December weather forecastEra, Nigeria

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a hot month in Era, Nigeria, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.5°C (90.5°F) and min 25.4°C (77.7°F).

Temperature

The warmest months are January and December, with an average high-temperature of 32.5°C (90.5°F).

Heat index

For December, the heat index is evaluated at a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In Era, Nigeria, in December, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 18mm (0.71") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Era, there are 193 rainfall days, and 691mm (27.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 18:43 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.6h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year.

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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Updated: Jan 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Era sees the average highest temperatures during the months of January and December, peaking at 32.5°C (90.5°F).

During December, Era experiences an average high-temperature of 32.5°C (90.5°F) and a low-temperature of 25.4°C (77.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in December is evaluated at 41°C (105.8°F).

The months with the lowest humidity in Era, Nigeria, are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

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

In Era, Nigeria, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation.

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

The average day length in December in Era, Nigeria, is 11h and 46min.

On the first day of December in Era, Nigeria, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 18:43 WAT.

With an average of 9.6h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year in Era, Nigeria.

The average sunshine duration in December in Era, Nigeria, is 9.6h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Era is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Jan

Average high temperature

31.4°C

32.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10.9km/h

10.8km/h

11.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

9.5

17.9

19.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Era, Nigeria

Average high temperature in December: 32.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and December (32.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.8°C).

Average low temperature in December: 25.4°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are March and April (27°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (24°C).

Average pressure in December
Era, Nigeria

Average pressure in December: 1010.3mbar

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
Era, Nigeria

Average wind speed in December: 9.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (14.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (9.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Era, Nigeria

Average humidity in December: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Era, Nigeria

Average rainfall in December: 18mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (134mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (17mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Era, Nigeria

Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Era, 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 36min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Era, Nigeria

Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Era, 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
Era, Nigeria

Average cloud cover in December: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Era, 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).