December weather forecast
Aplahoue, Benin

December in Aplahoué marks the year-end with relatively dry conditions, low rainfall, and pleasing temperatures for outdoor activities. The dry season sets in, and the city basks in an optimal temperature range, making it a perfect time for tourists. The reduced rainfall and humidity promote visibility, offering clearer views of the city. The usual cloud cover abates, offering an azure sky for most of the month. Despite this, the rainfall decreases further to its minimum at 7 millimetres over 7.2 days.

Temperature

Aplahoue starts December with an average high-temperature of a still hot 34.9°C (94.8°F), hinting at a minimal fluctuation from November. Throughout the month of December, Aplahoue expects an average low of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is appraised at a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). Beware: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are on the cards. Heatstroke could result from sustained physical activity.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In Aplahoue, Benin, the average relative humidity in December is 67%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Aplahoue, Benin, is December, when the rain falls for 7.2 days and typically collects 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Aplahoue, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 18:48 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is December, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

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 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:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.