December weather forecastPehala, Sierra Leone

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a hot month in Pehala, Sierra Leone, with an average temperature varying between 32.8°C (91°F) and 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Temperature

Pehala's weather in December indicates an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.8°C (91°F), nearly consistent with the 31.5°C (88.7°F) of November. Pehala experiences an average nighttime temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F) in the month of December.

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is computed to be a blisteringly hot 44°C (111.2°F). Take heed: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Heatstroke is a potential outcome of continuous activity.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. 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.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. 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 Pehala is 72%.

Rainfall

In Pehala, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pehala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 256.6 days and collects up to 1628mm (64.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Pehala, Sierra Leone.
On the first day of December in Pehala, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 18:40 GMT.

Sunshine

In Pehala, Sierra Leone, the average sunshine in December is 9.1h.

UV index

January through April, November and 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 risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.