December weather forecast
Paynesville, Liberia

Rounding off the year, December brings the conditions back to a drier and warmer climate. The month experiences the least rainfall of the year, at 59mm (2.32"), indicating a significant reduction from November. With relative humidity hitting 77%, December appears to be less humid than previous months. Despite the sun shining for a healthy 8.9 hours per day, average wind speeds are fairly moderate at 8.5km/h (5.3mph). Relative to preceding months, December in Paynesville offers consistently warm and drier days, typifying the onset of the dry season for the town.

Temperature

Paynesville experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.5°C (85.1°F) in December, marking an insignificant shift from 28.7°C (83.7°F) in November. Paynesville observes a consistent average low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F) throughout December nights.

Heat index

The heat index value during December is estimated at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. 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 77%.

Rainfall

In Paynesville, during December, the rain falls for 19.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 298.8 rainfall days, and 1903mm (74.92") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of December, in Paynesville, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 18:39 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 8.9h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Paynesville. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.