December weather forecast
Makokou, Gabon

December concludes the year on a moderate note after the heavy downpours of the previous months, with rainfall further reducing to 105mm (4.13"). The temperatures, daylight hours, sunshine hours, and UV Index persist in their steadiness. The cold spell ceases in Makokou, Gabon as December witnesses a slight increase in the minimum temperatures to 20°C (68°F). This marks the subtle onset of the forthcoming warmer months.

Temperature

Welcoming December, Makokou notes an average high-temperature of a warm 29°C (84.2°F), nearly consistent with November's 30°C (86°F). An average minimum temperature of 20°C (68°F) is recorded in Makokou during the month of December.

Rainfall

In December, in Makokou, Gabon, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout December, 105mm (4.13") of precipitation is accumulated. In Makokou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127 days and collects up to 1626mm (64.02") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Makokou.
On the first day of December in Makokou, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:14 WAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Makokou. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 12 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake every vital safety procedure, as unprotected skin and eyes could sustain burns in no time. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. For safety, always use sunscreen with a 30 SPF rating or higher. It not only protects from sunburn but also from the adverse effects of Sun's radiation.