December weather forecastZagoréta, Ivory Coast

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Zagoréta, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.2°C (68.4°F) and max 34.2°C (93.6°F).

Temperature

Zagoréta measures an average high-temperature of a still tropical 34.2°C (93.6°F) in December, nearly consistent with the preceding month. Zagoréta in December observes a sharp transition from the daytime heat, falling to an average low of 20.2°C (68.4°F).

Heat index

For December, the heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Zagoréta is 59%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Zagoréta. Rain falls for 6.9 days and accumulates 8mm (0.31") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Zagoréta, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:20 GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Zagoréta. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. 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. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Updated: Jan 30, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Zagoréta, is 34.2°C (93.6°F), while the low-temperature averages to 20.2°C (68.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in December is calculated to be 42°C (107.6°F).

In December, the average relative humidity is 59%.

December is the month with the least rainfall in Zagoréta, Ivory Coast. Rain falls for 6.9 days and accumulates 8mm (0.31") of precipitation.

In December, in Zagoréta, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

The month with the shortest days in Zagoréta, Ivory Coast, is December, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.

In Zagoréta, Ivory Coast, the average day length in December is 11h and 44min.

On the first day of December in Zagoréta, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:20 GMT.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 9.5h.

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Zagoréta.

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Zagoréta, Ivory Coast, is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

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December

Jan

Average high temperature

32.3°C

34.2°C

36°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

4.8km/h

5km/h

5.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

8.5

22.2

23.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Zagoréta, Ivory Coast

Average high temperature in December: 34.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (36.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (29.1°C).

Average low temperature in December: 20.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (22.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20°C).

Average pressure in December
Zagoréta, Ivory Coast

Average pressure in December: 1011mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.9mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Zagoréta, Ivory Coast

Average wind speed in December: 4.5km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are July and August (6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Zagoréta, Ivory Coast

Average humidity in December: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (49%).

Average rainfall in December
Zagoréta, Ivory Coast

Average rainfall in December: 8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (125mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (8mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Zagoréta, Ivory Coast

Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Zagoréta, Ivory Coast

Average daylight in December: 11h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

Average sunshine in December: 9h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Zagoréta, Ivory Coast

Average sunshine days in December: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (4 days).

Average UV index in December
Zagoréta, Ivory Coast

Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and August (UV index 5).