December weather forecastMeliandou, Guinea

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Meliandou, is a tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.9°C (89.4°F) and an average low of 16.4°C (61.5°F).

Temperature

The transition from November to December sees an average high-temperature of a hot 31.9°C (89.4°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. In Meliandou, following the steep rise of daytime temperatures, an average nighttime low of 16.4°C (61.5°F) is anticipated during December.

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

In Meliandou, the average relative humidity in December is 45%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.1 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:32 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is December, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

In Meliandou, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

During December, Meliandou experiences an average high-temperature of 31.9°C (89.4°F) and a low-temperature of 16.4°C (61.5°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 33°C (91.4°F).

In December, the average relative humidity is 45%.

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.1 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

In Meliandou, in December, it is raining for 2.1 days, with typically 1mm (0.04") of accumulated precipitation.

With an average of 11h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

The average day length in December is 11h and 38min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:32 GMT.

The month with the most sunshine is December, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December is 9.9h.

In Meliandou, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Meliandou, Guinea

  • Average high temperature in December: 31.9°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (34.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (25.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Meliandou, Guinea

  • Average pressure in December: 1012mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Meliandou, Guinea

  • Average wind speed in December: 5.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (5.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October and November (3.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Meliandou, Guinea

  • Average humidity in December: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (38%).

Average rainfall in December
Meliandou, Guinea

  • Average rainfall in December: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (279mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Meliandou, Guinea

  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (29.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.1 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Meliandou, Guinea

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Meliandou, Guinea

  • Average sunshine days in December: 28.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (28.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Meliandou, Guinea

  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are February and March (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Meliandou, Guinea

  • Average cloud cover in December: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 87).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December
Meliandou, Guinea

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (5km).