December weather forecast
Damé, Ivory Coast

December ends the year in Damé on a warm and relatively dry note. With substantial sunlight and receding cloud coverage, Damé witnesses one of the sunniest periods of the year. The rainfall continues its downward trend from November, closing the year with a meager 11mm (0.43") spread over 8.9 days. This climatic combination offers locals and visitors alike the opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities, making it a bustling end to the year. Looking forward to January, the residents of Damé wait for the yearly cycle to begin anew with more temperate conditions.

Temperature

Damé experiences an average high-temperature of a still hot 34.6°C (94.3°F) in December, marking an insignificant shift from 32.9°C (91.2°F) in November. Despite the significant gap from daytime peaks, Damé experiences an average low-temperature of 20.7°C (69.3°F) in December.

Heat index

The heat index value for December is evaluated at a burning hot 46°C (114.8°F). Forewarned: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Ongoing physical activity increases the likelihood of heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. 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 hold particular importance for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 65%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:07 GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in December transforms into this advice:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.