December weather forecastKortright, Sierra Leone

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kortright, is still a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.5°C (76.1°F) and an average high of 31°C (87.8°F).

Temperature

Kortright starts December with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), a minor shift from November's 30.1°C (86.2°F). December nights in Kortright are marked by an average low-temperature of 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is calculated to be a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Kortright, the average relative humidity in December is 69%.

Rainfall

In Kortright, during December, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 205.9 rainfall days, and 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:45 GMT.

Sunshine

In Kortright, the average sunshine in December is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Kortright, Sierra Leone, are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in December, in Kortright, is 31°C (87.8°F) and the average low-temperature is 24.5°C (76.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in December is calculated to be 37°C (98.6°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 69%.

In December, in Kortright, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout December, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

With an average of 11h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kortright, Sierra Leone.

In Kortright, Sierra Leone, the average day length in December is 11h and 38min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:45 GMT.

The average sunshine duration in December in Kortright is 9.7h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kortright, Sierra Leone

  • Average high temperature in December: 31°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.9°C).

Average pressure in December
Kortright, Sierra Leone

  • Average pressure in December: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Kortright, Sierra Leone

  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.8km/h).

Average humidity in December
Kortright, Sierra Leone

  • Average humidity in December: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Kortright, Sierra Leone

  • Average rainfall in December: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (391mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kortright, Sierra Leone

  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (30.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.8 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kortright, Sierra Leone

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kortright, Sierra Leone

  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (29 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Kortright, Sierra Leone

  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Kortright, Sierra Leone

  • Average cloud cover in December: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in December
Kortright, Sierra Leone

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (9km).