December weather forecastIgumale, Nigeria

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Igumale, is still a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.7°C (94.5°F) and 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Temperature

December brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 34.7°C (94.5°F), showing a slight difference from November's 33.1°C (91.6°F). During the month of December, Igumale's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Heat index

For December, the heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Igumale is 46%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Igumale. Rain falls for 2.1 days and accumulates 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Igumale.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:23 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.9h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year in Igumale.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

Updated: Jan 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Igumale, is 34.7°C (94.5°F), while the low-temperature averages to 23.1°C (73.6°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 39°C (102.2°F).

The average relative humidity in December in Igumale is 46%.

The month with the least rainfall in Igumale is December, when the rain falls for 2.1 days and typically collects 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.

In Igumale, in December, during 2.1 rainfall days, 2mm (0.08") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.

In Igumale, the average day length in December is 11h and 44min.

On the first day of December in Igumale, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:23 WAT.

The month with the most sunshine in Igumale is December, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

In Igumale, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.9h.

In Igumale, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

33.1°C

34.7°C

36°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.8km/h

9.1km/h

10.3km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.5

28.1

26.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Igumale, Nigeria

Average high temperature in December: 34.7°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (36.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.7°C).

Average low temperature in December: 23.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Igumale, Nigeria

Average pressure in December: 1010.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1009mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Igumale, Nigeria

Average wind speed in December: 7.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October and November (6.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Igumale, Nigeria

Average humidity in December: 46%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (44%).

Average rainfall in December
Igumale, Nigeria

Average rainfall in December: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (261mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (2mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Igumale, Nigeria

Average rainfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (29.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.1 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Igumale, 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 54min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Igumale, Nigeria

Average sunshine days in December: 28.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Igumale, Nigeria

Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are February and March (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Igumale, Nigeria

Average cloud cover in December: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in December
Igumale, 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 (7km).