December weather forecast
Makabana, Gabon

The first month of the summer, December, is still a warm month in Makabana, Gabon, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29°C (84.2°F) and an average low of 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Temperature

In the transition from November to December, Makabana reports an average high-temperature of a still warm 29°C (84.2°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. In the month of December, Makabana's average low-temperature falls to an agreeable 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for December is appraised at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 90%.

Rainfall

In Makabana, in December, during 30.2 rainfall days, 236mm (9.29") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 274.1 rainfall days, and 1640mm (64.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:27 WAT.

Sunshine

In Makabana, the average sunshine in December is 6.2h.

UV index

October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.