December weather forecast
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso

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Weather in December

December is highly characterized by dry weather, with no rainfall and reduced humidity at 15%. As Kongoussi moves into its coldest season, the range in temperatures varies from 18.7°C (65.7°F) to 33.6°C (92.5°F); a comfortable climate for visitors and locals alike. The wind speed is at its annual peak of 15.4km/h (9.6mph) bringing the Harmattan dust, which reduces usual visibility. Despite the dust, the minimal cloud coverage ensures abundant sunshine throughout the month, making it an ideal time for outdoor activities.

Temperature

In Kongoussi, the beginning of December is marked by a marginally lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's fiery hot 36.6°C (97.9°F) to a tropical 33.6°C (92.5°F). A significant temperature decrease to an average an enjoyable 18.7°C (65.7°F) characterizes Kongoussi's nighttime temperatures during December.

Humidity

In Kongoussi, the average relative humidity in December is 15%.

Rainfall

January, November and December are months without rainfall.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 17:50 GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during December leads to these instructions:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Kongoussi, is 33.6°C (92.5°F) and the average low-temperature is 18.7°C (65.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is estimated at 43°C (109.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 15%.

What is the driest month?

January, November and December are months without rainfall.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 11h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 11h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, in Kongoussi, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 17:50 GMT.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Kongoussi have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 7.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 6, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso

Average temperature in December - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.7°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May and June (29.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso

Average pressure in December - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso

Average wind speed in December - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (15.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (9.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso

Average humidity in December - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
  • Average humidity in December: 15%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (60%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (12%).

Average rainfall in December
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso

Average rainfall in December - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall in December: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (100mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso

Average rainfall days in December - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso

Average sunshine days in December - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
  • Average sunshine days in December: 31 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso

Average UV index in December - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso

Average cloud cover in December - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
  • Average cloud cover in December: 6

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
The months with the least cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in December
Kongoussi, Burkina Faso

Average visibility in December - Kongoussi, Burkina Faso
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

Kongoussi, Burkina Faso

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