December weather forecast
Niable, Ivory Coast

The first month of the winter, December, is still a tropical month in Niable, Ivory Coast, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.7°C and an average high of 34.6°C.

Temperature

Niable starts December with an average high-temperature of a still hot 34.6°C, a minor shift from November's 32.9°C. Niable's December nights bring a significant temperature shift, averaging at a pleasant 20.7°C.

Heat index

December's heat index is computed to be a burning hot 46°C. Keep guard: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued activity increases the risk of heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 65%.

Rainfall

In Niable, during December, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Niable, there are 241.5 rainfall days, and 924mm of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:08 GMT.

Sunshine

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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during December leads to these instructions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.