December weather forecast
Oyibi, Ghana

December, the first month of the winter in Oyibi, is also a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 23.4°C (74.1°F) and 33.1°C (91.6°F).

Temperature

During December, Oyibi observes a subtle ascent to a still tropical 33.1°C (91.6°F) from November's 31.7°C (89.1°F) in the average high-temperature. In the month of December, the average temperature dips to a warm 23.4°C (74.1°F) during the night.

Heat index

The heat index in December is appraised at a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Forewarned: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Ongoing physical activity increases the likelihood of heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Oyibi is 72%.

Rainfall

In December, in Oyibi, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout December, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Oyibi, there are 289.2 rainfall days, and 1038mm (40.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:57 GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during December leads to these instructions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.