December weather forecastAbekenta, Nigeria

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Abekenta, is a very hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.7°C (72.9°F) and an average high of 35.3°C (95.5°F).

Temperature

The onset of December brings with it an average high-temperature of a sweltering 35.3°C (95.5°F), showing a negligible variation from the month before. The average low-temperature of 22.7°C (72.9°F) in December represents a significant drop from the daily high.

Heat index

During December, the heat index is computed to be a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Be wary: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are highly anticipated. With continued activity, heatstroke is very likely.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In Abekenta, Nigeria, the average relative humidity in December is 58%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.6 days and accumulates 12mm (0.47") 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 Abekenta, Nigeria, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:27 WAT.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 9.5h of sunshine, are months with the most 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.