December weather forecastFresco, Ivory Coast

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is a tropical month in Fresco, Ivory Coast, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.5°C (76.1°F) and max 30.5°C (86.9°F).

Temperature

The advent of December brings an average high-temperature of a hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. During the nights in December, the temperature averages to a warm 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for December is estimated at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fresco, in December, during 21.1 rainfall days, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fresco, during the entire year, the rain falls for 260.7 days and collects up to 903mm (35.55") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Fresco, Ivory Coast.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:20 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9h.

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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.