December weather forecast
Grand Alépé, Ivory Coast

The first month of the winter, December, is still a warm month in Grand Alépé, Ivory Coast, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.6°C (78.1°F) and 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Temperature

As Grand Alépé welcomes December, the average high-temperature is noted at a still warm 29.8°C (85.6°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. Throughout December, Grand Alépé observes a steady low-temperature average of 25.6°C (78.1°F), reflecting a minor dip from daytime highs.

Heat index

The heat index value for December is evaluated at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

In Grand Alépé, Ivory Coast, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Grand Alépé, during December, the rain falls for 22.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 74mm (2.91") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 267.7 rainfall days, and 933mm (36.73") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Grand Alépé, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:12 GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Grand Alépé is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in December translates into this advice:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. 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. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.