December weather forecast
Ijebu Igbo, Nigeria

The first month of the winter, December, is a fiery hot month in Ijebu Igbo, Nigeria, with an average temperature varying between 35.6°C (96.1°F) and 22.6°C (72.7°F).

Temperature

The shift into December records an average high-temperature of a very hot 35.6°C (96.1°F), subtly varied from November's 33.8°C (92.8°F). Ijebu Igbo registers a significant drop in temperature in December, with average nighttime lows of 22.6°C (72.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during December is appraised at a life-threatening hot 50°C (122°F). Beware: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are on the cards. Heatstroke could result from sustained physical activity.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 65%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Ijebu Igbo is December, when the rain falls for 7.5 days and typically collects 8mm (0.31") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ijebu Igbo, Nigeria, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:39 WAT.

Sunshine

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

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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.