December weather forecastIkeja, Nigeria

Weather in December

December brings a festive mood to Ikeja as the year-end celebrations coincide with the pleasant weather. Ikeja's weather conditions in December are calm and dry, with temperatures decreasing slightly to a comfortable level. It's typically sunny with up to 9.6 hours of sunshine per day, giving the city a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The dry weather conditions allow residents and visitors to engage in various outdoor activities. The month serves as a delightful finish to the year in Ikeja, with the pleasing weather complimenting the city's festive spirit and high energy.

Temperature

In Ikeja, the warmest months are January and December, registering an average high-temperature of 32.5°C (90.5°F).

Heat index

December's mean heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 68%, are the least humid months in Ikeja.

Rainfall

In Ikeja, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 193 rainfall days, and 691mm (27.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ikeja is December, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of December, in Ikeja, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 18:42 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is December, with an average of 9.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Ikeja. 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: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.