December weather forecast
Lolobi-Kumasi, Ghana

December, the first month of the winter in Lolobi-Kumasi, is a torrid month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.3°C (73.9°F) and max 35.4°C (95.7°F).

Temperature

Lolobi-Kumasi experiences an average high-temperature of a torrid 35.4°C (95.7°F) in December, marking an insignificant shift from 33.4°C (92.1°F) in November. Lolobi-Kumasi's December nights cool down significantly from the day's heat, to an average low-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for December is evaluated at a blazing hot 47°C (116.6°F). Alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely to occur. Prolonged exertion can lead to heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
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. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Lolobi-Kumasi is 61%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.2 days and typically collects 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Lolobi-Kumasi, Ghana, is December, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Lolobi-Kumasi, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:52 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Lolobi-Kumasi is 8.3h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Lolobi-Kumasi, Ghana. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.