December weather forecastOlodio, Ivory Coast

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Olodio, Ivory Coast, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.7°C (76.5°F) and max 29.4°C (84.9°F).

Temperature

Olodio, Ivory Coast, records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.4°C (84.9°F) in December, maintaining a close correlation with November's 28.5°C (83.3°F). Olodio logs an average low-temperature of 24.7°C (76.5°F) during the nights of December, subtly lower than its daytime highs.

Heat index

December's mean heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Olodio is 80%.

Rainfall

In Olodio, Ivory Coast, in December, during 25.4 rainfall days, 95mm (3.74") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 294.8 rainfall days, and 1200mm (47.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Olodio.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:28 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 8.7h.

UV index

January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Olodio. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during December morphs into the following directions:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.