December weather forecast
Kpong, Ghana

The first month of the winter, December, is also a hot month in Kpong, Ghana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.9°C (93°F) and an average low of 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Temperature

As December takes its course, Kpong's average high-temperature registers at a still tropical 33.9°C (93°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. Kpong, during the nights of December, experiences an average temperature drop to a warm 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

December's average heat index is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. With ongoing exertion, heatstroke becomes a possibility.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In Kpong, the average relative humidity in December is 66%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10.9 days and accumulates 14mm (0.55") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:56 GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Kpong is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. 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. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.