December weather forecast
Pankronu, Ghana

December, the first month of the winter in Pankronu, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.3°C (93.7°F) and 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Temperature

Pankronu, Ghana, transitions into December recording an average high-temperature of a still tropical 34.3°C (93.7°F), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. Despite a significant deviation from daily highs, December sees an average nighttime temperature of 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Heat index

December's average heat index is computed to be a blisteringly hot 44°C (111.2°F). Forewarned: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Ongoing physical activity increases the likelihood of heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 63%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 8.9 days and typically collects 11mm (0.43") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Pankronu, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:01 GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 7.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Pankronu are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.