December weather forecast
Tihun, Sierra Leone

December, the first month of the winter in Tihun, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.1°C (75.4°F) and an average high of 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.3°C (88.3°F), bearing a close resemblance to November. Tihun's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Heat index

In December, the heat index is appraised at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite 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.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. 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. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Tihun, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of precipitation. In Tihun, during the entire year, the rain falls for 238.8 days and collects up to 1773mm (69.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of December, in Tihun, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 18:42 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Tihun. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.