December weather forecastAgbani, Nigeria

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Agbani, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.5°C (72.5°F) and an average high of 34.2°C (93.6°F).

Temperature

The high-temperature average in December for Agbani, Nigeria, is a still tropical 34.2°C (93.6°F), staying closely aligned with November's conditions. Agbani, in December, experiences an average temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F) at night.

Heat index

December's average heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 44%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 2.6 days and typically collects 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Agbani, Nigeria, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:25 WAT.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Agbani, Nigeria.

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 ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. 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. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.