December weather forecast
Akwete, Nigeria

The first month of the winter, December, is still a hot month in Akwete, Nigeria, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.9°C (94.8°F) and 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

The onset of December brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 34.9°C (94.8°F), nearly matching the November temperature. An average low-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F) is expected in Akwete during December.

Heat index

For December, the heat index is calculated to be a burning hot 47°C (116.6°F). Forewarned: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Ongoing physical activity increases the likelihood of heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 65%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 13.4 days and accumulates 24mm (0.94") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Akwete, Nigeria.
On the first day of December in Akwete, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:29 WAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Akwete are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.