December weather forecastElesin, Nigeria
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a hot month in Elesin, Nigeria, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32°C (89.6°F) and 25.3°C (77.5°F).Temperature
In Elesin, Nigeria, the warmest months are January and December, registering an average high-temperature of 32°C (89.6°F).Heat index
In December, the average heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values 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. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.
Humidity
In Elesin, the average relative humidity in December is 70%.Rainfall
December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8 days and accumulates 18mm (0.71") of precipitation.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 18:41 WAT.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine is December, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in December translates into this advice:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average high temperature in December: 32°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and December (32°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.1°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 25.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (27.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.9°C).
Average pressure in December
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average pressure in December: 1010.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.5mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average wind speed in December: 9.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (15.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (9.9km/h).
Average humidity in December
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average humidity in December: 70%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average rainfall in December: 18mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (203mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (18mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average rainfall days in December: 8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (8 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average daylight in December: 11h and 42min
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 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 9h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average UV index in December: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average cloud cover in December: 13
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in December
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
