December weather forecast
Battam Town, Sierra Leone

The first month of the winter, December, is still a hot month in Battam Town, Sierra Leone, with an average temperature varying between 31°C (87.8°F) and 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Temperature

Battam Town marks the onset of December with an average high-temperature of a still hot 31°C (87.8°F), subtly divergent from November's 30.1°C (86.2°F). In Battam Town, December nights cool down to an average of 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during December is appraised at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. 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', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 69%.

Rainfall

In December, in Battam Town, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout December, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 205.9 rainfall days, and 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 18:45 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9.7h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. 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. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.