December weather forecastTulun, Sierra Leone

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a hot month in Tulun, Sierra Leone, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31°C (87.8°F) and 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during December is a still hot 31°C (87.8°F), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. Tulun's average low-temperature is measured at a moderately hot 24.5°C (76.1°F) during December.

Heat index

The heat index value for December is computed to be a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. 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 'felt air temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Tulun, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 18:45 GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.