December weather forecast
Loko Fakai, Sierra Leone

The first month of the winter, December, is still a tropical month in Loko Fakai, Sierra Leone, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.5°C (76.1°F) and max 31°C (87.8°F).

Temperature

December experiences an average high-temperature of a still hot 31°C (87.8°F), barely different from November's 30.1°C (86.2°F). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature in Loko Fakai, Sierra Leone, averages to a moderately hot 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index in December is appraised at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to 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.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Loko Fakai, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Loko Fakai, during the entire year, the rain falls for 205.9 days and collects up to 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Loko Fakai, Sierra Leone.
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 07:06 and sunset at 18:45 GMT.

Sunshine

In Loko Fakai, Sierra Leone, 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 in Loko Fakai, Sierra Leone. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.