December weather forecastNotse, Togo

Weather in December

December brings along a different weather experience in Notse, Togo. The dry season is in full swing, offering plenty of sunshine and clear skies. It is a preferred period for holiday-makers owing to the comfortable temperatures and low rainfall. UV protection remains a necessary measure with an index of 7 units. It is interesting to note that December sees the least rainfall throughout the year, registering a minimum average of 6mm (0.24").

Temperature

The average high-temperature for December is a torrid 35°C (95°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. Throughout the month of December, Notse reports a steady low-temperature average of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Heat index

In December, the heat index is estimated at a life-threatening hot 49°C (120.2°F). Remain alert: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Extended effort can lead to heatstroke.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. With a high level of moisture in the air, the evaporation process becomes less efficient, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently and resulting in a sensation of overheating. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 67%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 6.9 days and typically collects 6mm (0.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:50 GMT.

Sunshine

In Notse, the average sunshine in December is 8.7h.

UV index

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in December translates into these instructions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.