December weather forecast
Burutu, Nigeria

Ending the year on a dry note, December in Burutu flaunts weather conditions that are a stark contrast to the earlier wet months. The average rainfall is at its lowest for the year, marked at 21mm (0.83"), creating a much drier environment for the lovers of sunshine. With 9.4 average sunshine hours daily, Burutu celebrates the festive year-end with great zeal. Despite the fluctuations and extremes in weather throughout the year, December is a soothing end to the climatic rollercoaster in Burutu.

Temperature

Burutu registers an average high-temperature of a still tropical 34.6°C (94.3°F) with the arrival of December, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. Burutu's temperature drops to an average low of 24.2°C (75.6°F) during the nights of December.

Heat index

December's heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 48°C (118.4°F). Take heed: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Heatstroke is a potential outcome of continuous activity.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In Burutu, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Burutu. Rain falls for 13 days and accumulates 21mm (0.83") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Burutu, in December, the average water temperature is 28.4°C (83.1°F).
Note: Surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as excellent and extremely agreeable for enduring enjoyment in water activities.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of December, in Burutu, Nigeria, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:35 WAT.

Sunshine

December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.4h 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. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Watch out! Reflections from sand and water can surge UV radiation exposure.