December weather forecast
Aba, Nigeria

December, the final month in the calendar, presents the least rainfall of 24mm (0.94"), marking it as the driest month in Aba. Temperatures rise again, becoming reminiscent of the conditions at the start of the year. The skies clear up significantly and sunlight duration extends, further enhancing the dry spell. The weather becomes ideal for outdoor activities, thus wrapping up the year on a promising note. Lower humidity and a refreshing wind speed put December as an ideal month for tourism in Aba, Nigeria.

Temperature

Aba observes a minor difference in average high-temperatures between November's 32.6°C (90.7°F) and December's 34.9°C (94.8°F). Aba's average low-temperature is measured at a moderately hot 23.3°C (73.9°F) during December.

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 47°C (116.6°F). Keep wary: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a possible outcome of ongoing activity.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Aba is 65%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Aba is December, when the rain falls for 13.4 days and typically collects 24mm (0.94") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Aba, Nigeria, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:28 WAT.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 9.6h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.