December weather forecast
Bandela, Liberia

The year concludes in Bandela with the warm and dry weather in December. With rainfall reaching its annual low of 10mm (0.39"), the skies are generally clear, allowing Bandela to bask in 9.1 hours of sunshine per day on average. A lower relative humidity of 70% offers respite from high temperatures maximum reaching 32.6°C (90.7°F) with a minimum dropping to 20.1°C (68.2°F). As the year comes to a close, residents and visitors alike can enjoy a calmer weather pattern to wrap up the festivities.

Temperature

The commencement of December in Bandela introduces an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.6°C (90.7°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. A significant temperature decrease to an average an agreeable 20.1°C (68.2°F) characterizes Bandela's nighttime temperatures during December.

Heat index

In December, the heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is accumulated. In Bandela, during the entire year, the rain falls for 270.4 days and collects up to 1590mm (62.6") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Bandela.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of December, in Bandela, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:38 GMT.

Sunshine

In Bandela, the average sunshine in December is 9.1h.

UV index

January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bandela. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.