December weather forecastDofili, Guinea
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a hot month in Dofili, Guinea, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.1°C (88°F) and an average low of 24°C (75.2°F).Temperature
December is the warmest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 31.1°C (88°F) and an average low of 24°C (75.2°F).Heat index
The heat index value for December is calculated to be a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Dofili is 65%.Rainfall
In December, in Dofili, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is accumulated. In Dofili, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.9 days and collects up to 1410mm (55.51") of precipitation.Daylight
With an average of 11h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of December, in Dofili, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:44 GMT.
Sunshine
In Dofili, the average sunshine in December is 9.8h.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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: An average UV index of 7 in December transforms into this advice:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Dofili, Guinea
- Average high temperature in December: 31.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (31.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 24°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are May and June (25.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (22.8°C).
Average pressure in December
Dofili, Guinea
- Average pressure in December: 1011.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.5mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Dofili, Guinea
- Average wind speed in December: 7.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (11.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (7.1km/h).
Average humidity in December
Dofili, Guinea
- Average humidity in December: 65%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (63%).
Average rainfall in December
Dofili, Guinea
- Average rainfall in December: 8mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (478mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Dofili, Guinea
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dofili, Guinea
- Average daylight in December: 11h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 9h and 48min
The months with the most sunshine are February and March (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Dofili, Guinea
- Average sunshine days in December: 26.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (29.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Dofili, Guinea
- Average UV index in December: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Dofili, Guinea
- Average cloud cover in December: 11
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in December
Dofili, Guinea
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (9km).
