December weather forecastBongo, Gabon

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Bongo, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.8°C (87.4°F) and min 22°C (71.6°F).

Temperature

The unfolding of December shows an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), indicating a slight variance from November's 30°C (86°F). In the month of December, the average low-temperature usually rests at an agreeable 22°C (71.6°F).

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is computed to be a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Take caution: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke may be imminent with ongoing effort.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Bongo, Gabon, is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, in Bongo, the rain falls for 30.4 days. Throughout December, 220mm (8.66") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bongo, there are 297.6 rainfall days, and 1831mm (72.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:29 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Bongo is 6.8h.

UV index

In Bongo, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.