December weather forecast
Sasstown, Liberia

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Sasstown, Liberia, with an average temperature varying between 29.4°C (84.9°F) and 24.7°C (76.5°F).

Temperature

The beginning of December reveals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.4°C (84.9°F), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. Sasstown's evenings during December maintain an average temperature of 24.7°C (76.5°F), aligning closely with the daytime temperatures.

Heat index

The heat index value for December is calculated to be a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Sasstown, in December, during 25.4 rainfall days, 95mm (3.74") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sasstown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 294.8 days and collects up to 1200mm (47.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:32 GMT.

Sunshine

In Sasstown, the average sunshine in December is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Sasstown are January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in December leads to these recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.