December weather forecastOfagbe, Nigeria

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is a fiery hot month in Ofagbe, Nigeria, 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 experiences an average high-temperature of a fiery hot 35°C (95°F), barely different from November's 33.1°C (91.6°F). Ofagbe in December observes a substantial swing from the daily highs, with average nighttime temperatures of 22.6°C (72.7°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in December is appraised at a blistering 44°C (111.2°F). Observe: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is on the horizon with prolonged exertion.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

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

With an average of 11h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:32 WAT.

Sunshine

December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during December translates into the following directions:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.