December weather forecastNkwerre, Nigeria

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Nkwerre, is a torrid month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35°C (95°F) and an average low of 22.6°C (72.7°F).

Temperature

December notes an average high-temperature of a fiery hot 35°C (95°F), subtly differing from November's 33.1°C (91.6°F). Nighttime in December brings a stark departure from the daily high, resting at an average low-temperature of 22.6°C (72.7°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in December is calculated to be an extremely hot 44°C (111.2°F). Keep alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke is a potential danger with continued physical activity.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. 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 are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In Nkwerre, the average relative humidity in December is 57%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.6 days and typically collects 10mm (0.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Nkwerre, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:28 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 in Nkwerre 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 health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during December translates into the following directions:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.