December weather forecast
Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso

December in Ouagadougou commences the dry season with the annual lowest rainfall of 1mm (0.04"), mirrorring that of January. Along with falling temperatures, a significant reduction in humidity marks the end of the year, reintroducing dry conditions. Daylight hours are at their shortest, coinciding with a slight rise in sunshine hours. The UV index dips to 9, its lowest level of the year. The weather offers an apparent shift to January conditions, beginning the cycle anew.

Temperature

Transitioning into December, Ouagadougou experiences an average high-temperature of a tropical 33.6°C (92.5°F), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. Ouagadougou's average low-temperature of 16.7°C (62.1°F) in December reflects a significant disparity from the daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 34.5%.

Rainfall

December is the last month it rains. Throughout December, Ouagadougou collects 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, 788mm (31.02") of rain is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ouagadougou is December, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 17:51 GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 9, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 9 transforms into the following advice:
Always prioritize safety measures. Rapid harm can befall unprotected skin and eyes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Apply and frequently reapply a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen after every two hours, or immediately after a swim or outdoor exercise.