December weather forecast
Akoupe, Ivory Coast

December, the first month of the winter in Akoupe, is still a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.6°C (94.3°F) and min 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Temperature

December's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still hot 34.6°C (94.3°F), hardly different from the previous month. Akoupe marks a considerable descent from the daytime apex, as the average temperature dips to an agreeable 20.7°C (69.3°F) at night throughout December.

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 46°C (114.8°F). Watchful: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are predicted. Continued exertion could lead to heatstroke.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

In Akoupe, Ivory Coast, the average relative humidity in December is 65%.

Rainfall

In Akoupe, in December, during 8.9 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Akoupe, there are 241.5 rainfall days, and 924mm (36.38") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Akoupe, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Akoupe, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:11 GMT.

Sunshine

In Akoupe, the average sunshine in December is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Akoupe are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during December translates into the following directions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. 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. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.