December weather forecast
Bunso, Ghana

The first month of the winter, December, is still a tropical month in Bunso, Ghana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.5°C (92.3°F) and 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature in December, at a still hot 33.5°C (92.3°F), reveals a modest deviation from November's 31.9°C (89.4°F). In the month of December, Bunso witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is appraised at a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Stay watchful: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are likely. Ongoing effort may cause heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In Bunso, the average relative humidity in December is 69%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.7 days and typically collects 17mm (0.67") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:58 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bunso, Ghana, are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in December translates into this advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.