December weather forecastEsiam, Ghana

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Esiam, Ghana, with an average temperature varying between 25.6°C (78.1°F) and 29.9°C (85.8°F).

Temperature

Esiam's weather, upon December's arrival, documents an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.9°C (85.8°F), nearly identical to the prior month. Esiam's December nights experience a subtle temperature dip to an average of 25.6°C (78.1°F).

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is estimated at a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Take extra safety measures to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Heatstroke could follow lengthy activity.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. 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 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Esiam, in December, it is raining for 18 days, with typically 47mm (1.85") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Esiam, Ghana, there are 274.5 rainfall days, and 956mm (37.64") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Esiam, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of December, in Esiam, Ghana, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:01 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in December transforms into this advice:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Frequently asked questions

In December, in Esiam, the average high-temperature is 29.9°C (85.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 25.6°C (78.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in December is estimated at 37°C (98.6°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

In Esiam, Ghana, in December, during 18 rainfall days, 47mm (1.85") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in December in Esiam is 11h and 49min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:01 GMT.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Esiam, Ghana, is 7.6h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In Esiam, Ghana, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Esiam, Ghana

  • Average high temperature in December: 29.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (30.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (26.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are March and April (26.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Esiam, Ghana

  • Average pressure in December: 1010.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Esiam, Ghana

  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (15km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are November and December (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Esiam, Ghana

  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Esiam, Ghana

  • Average rainfall in December: 47mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (196mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (34mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Esiam, Ghana

  • Average rainfall days in December: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (28.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (14.6 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Esiam, 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: 7h and 36min

The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Esiam, Ghana

  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (1.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Esiam, Ghana

  • Average UV index in December: 7

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

Average cloud cover in December
Esiam, Ghana

  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
Esiam, 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).