December weather forecastAblekuma, Ghana

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a hot month in Ablekuma, Ghana, with an average temperature varying between 25.5°C (77.9°F) and 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F) from November's 30.3°C (86.5°F). Throughout December, the average low-temperature records at a warm 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for December is calculated to be a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Ablekuma, Ghana, during December, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ablekuma, there are 237.7 rainfall days, and 684mm (26.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ablekuma, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:58 GMT.

Sunshine

In Ablekuma, the average sunshine in December is 8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ablekuma are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature in Ablekuma, Ghana, during December is 30.8°C (87.4°F) and the low-temperature is 25.5°C (77.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in December is calculated to be 38°C (100.4°F).

In December, the average relative humidity in Ablekuma, Ghana, is 74%.

In December, in Ablekuma, Ghana, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout December, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

The month with the shortest days in Ablekuma, Ghana, is December, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.

In Ablekuma, the average day length in December is 11h and 49min.

On the first day of December in Ablekuma, Ghana, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:58 GMT.

The average sunshine duration in December in Ablekuma, Ghana, is 8h.

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Ablekuma.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Ablekuma is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ablekuma, Ghana

  • Average high temperature in December: 30.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (26.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (26.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23°C).

Average pressure in December
Ablekuma, Ghana

  • Average pressure in December: 1010.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Ablekuma, Ghana

  • Average wind speed in December: 11.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (16.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (11.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Ablekuma, Ghana

  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Ablekuma, Ghana

  • Average rainfall in December: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (134mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (19mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Ablekuma, Ghana

  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (26.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ablekuma, Ghana

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ablekuma, Ghana

  • Average sunshine days in December: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (1.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Ablekuma, Ghana

  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Ablekuma, Ghana

  • Average cloud cover in December: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in December
Ablekuma, Ghana

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).