December weather forecast
Adiake, Ivory Coast

December ushers in more stable weather conditions with relatively lower rainfall, humidity and average pressure in Adiake. The amount of rainfall decreases, promising drier days ahead in the new year. It also marks an increase in the average sunlight hours, signaling longer and brighter days, a pattern that will continue into January. The average temperature and pressure remain relatively constant from November into December. It concludes the year with a moderate climate, making December a wonderful time to experience the outdoors in Adiake.

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Adiake's average high-temperature registers at a hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), indicating a subtle variation from the previous month. Adiake observes an average low-temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F) during December nights.

Heat index

During December, the heat index is estimated at a blistering 40°C (104°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Adiake, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Adiake, during December, the rain falls for 22.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 75mm (2.95") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 291.5 rainfall days, and 1061mm (41.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:11 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 8.3h.

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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during December leads to these instructions:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.