December weather forecastAkwa, Nigeria

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a hot month in Akwa, Nigeria, with an average temperature varying between 22.6°C (72.7°F) and 34.9°C (94.8°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature for December is a still hot 34.9°C (94.8°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. Despite higher daytime temperatures, nighttime averages fall to a pleasant 22.6°C (72.7°F) in December.

Heat index

The heat index for December is computed to be an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. 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. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In Akwa, Nigeria, the average relative humidity in December is 50%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 5.3 days and typically collects 6mm (0.24") 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 the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of December, in Akwa, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:28 WAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January and December, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Akwa. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during December leads to these advisories:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Frequently asked questions

In December, in Akwa, the average high-temperature is 34.9°C (94.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 22.6°C (72.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in December is computed to be 40°C (104°F).

In December, the average relative humidity in Akwa, Nigeria, is 50%.

December is the month with the least rainfall in Akwa, Nigeria. Rain falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 6mm (0.24") of precipitation.

In December, in Akwa, Nigeria, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout December, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.

The average day length in December is 11h and 47min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:28 WAT.

The months with the most sunshine in Akwa, Nigeria, are January and December, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

In Akwa, Nigeria, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.7h.

The months with the highest UV index in Akwa are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Akwa is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Akwa, Nigeria

  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (36.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Akwa, Nigeria

  • Average pressure in December: 1010.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Akwa, Nigeria

  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Akwa, Nigeria

  • Average humidity in December: 50%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (47%).

Average rainfall in December
Akwa, Nigeria

  • Average rainfall in December: 6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (227mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (6mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Akwa, Nigeria

  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.3 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Akwa, Nigeria

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 42min

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Akwa, Nigeria

  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (1 days).

Average UV index in December
Akwa, Nigeria

  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Akwa, Nigeria

  • Average cloud cover in December: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Akwa, Nigeria

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (6km).