December weather forecastTouba, Ivory Coast

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a tropical month in Touba, Ivory Coast, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32°C (89.6°F) and 18.1°C (64.6°F).

Temperature

Touba's December reports an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32°C (89.6°F), exhibiting a minor difference from November. Throughout December nights, Touba reports a steady thermal contrast from the day, with an average low-temperature of 18.1°C (64.6°F).

Heat index

In December, the heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical 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.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December 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

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Touba, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:23 GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in December translates into these instructions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.