December weather forecast
Fera, Gabon

December, the first month of the summer in Fera, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22°C (71.6°F) and an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

Fera greets December with an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. An average temperature of 22°C (71.6°F) marks the nights in December.

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is calculated 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.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 18min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Fera.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:25 WAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.8h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.