December weather forecastUgep, Nigeria

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is a torrid month in Ugep, Nigeria, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35°C (95°F) and 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Temperature

Ugep commences December with an average high-temperature of a torrid 35°C (95°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. With the onset of night in December, Ugep reveals a significant decrease in temperature, averaging at an agreeable 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for December is computed to be a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Be on the lookout: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Continued exertion can result in heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 56%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.2 days and accumulates 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ugep is December, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ugep, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:24 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.8h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in December leads to these recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.