December weather forecast
Amélékia, Ivory Coast

December, the first month of the winter in Amélékia, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 20.7°C (69.3°F) and 34.6°C (94.3°F).

Temperature

The transition into December is marked with an average high-temperature of a still hot 34.6°C (94.3°F), showing an insignificant shift from November's 32.9°C (91.2°F). The nighttime temperature in Amélékia, Ivory Coast, shows a significant divergence from the daytime highs, averaging at a pleasant 20.7°C (69.3°F) in December.

Heat index

December's average heat index is computed to be a burning hot 46°C (114.8°F). Be cautious: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are predicted. Heatstroke is a possible consequence of continuous physical effort.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Amélékia is 65%.

Rainfall

In Amélékia, during December, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 241.5 rainfall days, and 924mm (36.38") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Amélékia, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Amélékia, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:09 GMT.

Sunshine

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

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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during December morphs into the following directions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.