December weather forecastAbak, Nigeria
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is a very hot month in Abak, Nigeria, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.2°C (95.4°F) and 23.5°C (74.3°F).Temperature
The shift into December finds Abak at an average high-temperature of a very hot 35.2°C (95.4°F), closely comparable to November's conditions. In December, Abak encounters an average low-temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F) during the night.Heat index
In December, the heat index is computed to be a burning hot 50°C (122°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Prolonged effort can result in heatstroke.Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 69%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically collects 37mm (1.46") 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, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:27 WAT.
Sunshine
December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.3h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in December translates into this advice:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Abak, Nigeria
- Average high temperature in December: 35.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (35.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (28.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 23.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22°C).
Average pressure in December
Abak, Nigeria
- Average pressure in December: 1010.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.6mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Abak, Nigeria
- Average wind speed in December: 4.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (4.6km/h).
Average humidity in December
Abak, Nigeria
- Average humidity in December: 69%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (67%).
Average rainfall in December
Abak, Nigeria
- Average rainfall in December: 37mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (308mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (37mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Abak, Nigeria
- Average rainfall days in December: 14.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (29.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (14.3 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Abak, Nigeria
- Average daylight in December: 11h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in December: 9h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Abak, Nigeria
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (1 days).
Average UV index in December
Abak, Nigeria
- Average UV index in December: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in December
Abak, Nigeria
- Average cloud cover in December: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 81).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Abak, Nigeria
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (6km).
