December weather forecast
Ndjole, Gabon

December wraps up the year with a slight decline in precipitation to 144mm (5.67"). This drop in rainfall notwithstanding, windy conditions continue to dominate the climate, emphasizing the windy nature of Ndjole, Gabon. The octave of weather parameters, including temperature, humidity, sunshine hours, and wind speeds, shows marginal changes, thereby continuing the predictable climate. The noticeable cloud coverage, despite the sunshine hours, indicates the Quick transition to the annual weather cycles. By maintaining a stable weather pattern, December concludes the cyclic weather patterns of Ndjole effectively.

Temperature

December's onset in Ndjole records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.5°C (88.7°F), a near match to November's 30.5°C (86.9°F). The average temperature during December nights in Ndjole is registered at a moderately hot 23°C (73.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for December is evaluated at a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Be on the lookout: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Continued exertion can result in heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Ndjole, in December, it is raining for 26.4 days, with typically 144mm (5.67") of accumulated precipitation. In Ndjole, during the entire year, the rain falls for 263 days and collects up to 1311mm (51.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:24 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 7.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ndjole, Gabon, are January, February, April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in December translates into the following instructions:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. 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. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.