December weather forecast
Mount Aureol, Sierra Leone

December, the first month of the winter in Mount Aureol, is still a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31°C (87.8°F) and 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Temperature

The shift into December finds Mount Aureol, Sierra Leone, at an average high-temperature of a still hot 31°C (87.8°F), closely comparable to November's conditions. In Mount Aureol, the average nighttime temperature during December is a moderately hot 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is estimated at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Mount Aureol is 69%.

Rainfall

In Mount Aureol, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 205.9 rainfall days, and 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, 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

The average sunshine in December is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Mount Aureol are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.