December weather forecastDibandi, Gabon

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a tropical month in Dibandi, Gabon, with an average temperature varying between 22°C (71.6°F) and 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

Dibandi starts December with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), a minor shift from November's 30°C (86°F). In Dibandi, December nights cool down to an average of 22°C (71.6°F).

Heat index

During December, the heat index is calculated to be a blistering 43°C (109.4°F). Stay vigilant: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may follow prolonged exertion.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. 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 particularly important for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 30.4 days. Throughout December, 220mm (8.66") of precipitation is accumulated. In Dibandi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 297.6 days and collects up to 1831mm (72.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:22 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.8h.

UV index

In Dibandi, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.