December weather forecastOkwele, Nigeria
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Okwele, is a sweltering month, with an average temperature varying between 22.6°C (72.7°F) and 35°C (95°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). In December, Okwele experiences a significant drop from daily zeniths to an average nighttime temperature of 22.6°C (72.7°F).Heat index
The heat index value for December is estimated at an extremely hot 44°C (111.2°F). Note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke can follow with prolonged activity.Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 57%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall in Okwele 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, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:28 WAT.
Sunshine
December has the most sunshine of the year in Okwele, 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 Okwele. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability 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:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. 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. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Okwele, 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
Okwele, 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
Okwele, 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
Okwele, 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
Okwele, 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
Okwele, 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
Okwele, Nigeria
- Average daylight in December: 11h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
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
Okwele, 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
Okwele, 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
Okwele, 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
Okwele, 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).
