December weather forecastIpele, Nigeria

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is a torrid month in Ipele, Nigeria, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.8°C (96.4°F) and an average low of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Ipele's weather records an average high-temperature of a very hot 35.8°C (96.4°F), marking little difference from November's 34.4°C (93.9°F). Ipele experiences a significant reduction from daytime highs with an average low-temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F) in December.

Heat index

The heat index in December is computed to be an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

In Ipele, the average relative humidity in December is 49%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.6 days and accumulates 3mm (0.12") 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 06:34 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:32 WAT.

Sunshine

December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in December translates into this advice:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.