December weather forecast
Ndende, Gabon

As the year winds down in December, rainfall levels lessen slightly, dropping to 236mm (9.29"), yet the month continues to carry the characteristic dampness. Visibility experiences a minor improvement from November, providing somewhat clearer views of the cityscape. Although the city undergoes a wet December, it also celebrates the incoming ray of sunshine, with the sunshine hours being slightly more than in November. Despite the monsoons, December brims with the spirit of holidays and festivity. This transitional period from wet to slightly drier provides an interesting blend of cool and moist atmospheres.

Temperature

Ndende, Gabon, greets December with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29°C (84.2°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. The average low-temperature of 21.3°C (70.3°F) is witnessed during December.

Heat index

The heat index value during December is calculated to be a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

In Ndende, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

Rainfall

In December, in Ndende, the rain falls for 30.2 days. Throughout December, 236mm (9.29") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 274.1 rainfall days, and 1640mm (64.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 18min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Ndende.
On the first day of December in Ndende, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:25 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.