December weather forecastMan, Ivory Coast

Weather in December

December signifies a striking break from the preceding rainy months, with a sharp decrease in rainfall, down to 12mm (0.47"), marking the driest month of the year. Lower temperatures and decreased humidity are among the other distinguishing weather characteristics. With its clear skies, improved visibility, and abundant sunshine, December offers a charming conclusion to the year's weather progression.

Temperature

Man transitions into December recording an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32°C (89.6°F), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. A considerable shift from the daytime highs is observed in Man, Ivory Coast, during December nights, with an average low of 18.1°C (64.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for December is evaluated at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. 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. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Man is 52%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 6.4 days and typically collects 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Man.
On the first day of December in Man, Ivory Coast, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:24 GMT.

Sunshine

December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Man, Ivory Coast, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in December translates into the following instructions:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.