December weather forecast
Abobo, Ivory Coast

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Abobo, Ivory Coast, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.9°C (85.8°F) and min 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Temperature

The transition into December marks the average high-temperature at a still warm 29.9°C (85.8°F), differing minimally from November's 29.1°C (84.4°F). Abobo's nighttime average temperature in December drops marginally from the daytime highs, settling at a still moderately hot 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Heat index

In December, the heat index is calculated to be a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. 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 quite important for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Abobo, Ivory Coast, during December, the rain falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 62mm (2.44") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Abobo, Ivory Coast, there are 288.7 rainfall days, and 1009mm (39.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Abobo, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Abobo, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:13 GMT.

Sunshine

In Abobo, the average sunshine in December is 8.9h.

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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during December leads to these instructions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.