December weather forecast
New Takoradi, Ghana

Rounding off the year, December arrives with a dry and pleasant climate in New Takoradi, Ghana. Mirroring the conditions in January, this month exhibits a return to the mild yet warm weather. The moderately cool weather, marked by the lowest average wind speed of 9.6km/h (6mph), sets in as the year approaches its end. The city beckons with sunny days and crisp air. Commemorating the end of the year, December bestows upon New Takoradi a delightful weather to enjoy the holiday season.

Temperature

New Takoradi's shift into December sets the average high-temperature at a hot 30.6°C (87.1°F), a figure that deviates only slightly from November's 29.6°C (85.3°F). New Takoradi records an average low of 25.4°C (77.7°F) throughout the nights in December.

Heat index

The average heat index in December is evaluated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In New Takoradi, during December, the rain falls for 19.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 52mm (2.05") of precipitation. In New Takoradi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 268.5 days and collects up to 987mm (38.86") 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 the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:05 GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 7.7h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. 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.