December weather forecast
Oyou, Gabon

December, the first month of the summer in Oyou, is a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.4°C (70.5°F) and 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Oyou's average high-temperature is noted with the start of December, touching a hot 30.3°C (86.5°F) from November's 29.2°C (84.6°F). Throughout December, the average low-temperature in Oyou records at an agreeable 21.4°C (70.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during December is appraised at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, in Oyou, Gabon, the rain falls for 27 days. Throughout December, 129mm (5.08") of precipitation is accumulated. In Oyou, Gabon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 293.4 days and collects up to 1534mm (60.39") 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 the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:14 WAT.

Sunshine

December has the most sunshine of the year in Oyou, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Oyou, Gabon, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during December morphs into the following directions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. 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. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.