December weather forecastOguta, Nigeria

December

Weather in December

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

Temperature

In December, Oguta notes an average high-temperature of a torrid 35°C (95°F), hardly different from the preceding month. Oguta's nighttime temperatures in December reflect a stark contrast to the day's highs, falling to an average low of 22.6°C (72.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index in December is computed to be a scorching 44°C (111.2°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Prolonged effort can result in heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 57%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Oguta, Nigeria, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:29 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 in Oguta. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Oguta, is 35°C (95°F), while the low-temperature averages to 22.6°C (72.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in December is computed to be 44°C (111.2°F).

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

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

In December, in Oguta, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

The month with the shortest days in Oguta, Nigeria, is December, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.

In December, the average day length in Oguta, Nigeria, is 11h and 48min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:29 WAT.

With an average of 9.6h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year in Oguta, Nigeria.

The average sunshine duration in December in Oguta, Nigeria, is 9.6h.

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Oguta, Nigeria, is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Oguta, Nigeria

  • Average high temperature in December: 35°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (36°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, July and August (22.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Oguta, Nigeria

  • Average pressure in December: 1010.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.5mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Oguta, Nigeria

  • Average wind speed in December: 6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.5km/h).

Average humidity in December
Oguta, Nigeria

  • Average humidity in December: 57%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and September (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (53%).

Average rainfall in December
Oguta, Nigeria

  • Average rainfall in December: 10mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (217mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (10mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Oguta, Nigeria

  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (7.6 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Oguta, Nigeria

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oguta, Nigeria

  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are September and October (0.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Oguta, Nigeria

  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Oguta, Nigeria

  • Average cloud cover in December: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
Oguta, Nigeria

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (6km).