December weather forecast
Bensonville, Liberia

By December, rainfall dips considerably to 59mm (2.32"), a shift from November’s 161mm (6.34"), thus establishing December as the onset of the dry season in Bensonville. With the scarcity of rain, temperatures remain stable, hinting at a more uniform climate ahead. Despite the end of the wet season, the wind speed holds at 8.5km/h (5.3mph) in alignment with the weather throughout the year. Consequently, December proves to be a guidepost signaling the transition to the less humid months of the coming year.

Temperature

Bensonville, Liberia, registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.5°C (85.1°F) at the commencement of December, closely related to the preceding month. Bensonville experiences a subtle drop in temperature during the December nights, recording an average of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is computed to be a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Bensonville, in December, it is raining for 19.2 days, with typically 59mm (2.32") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 298.8 rainfall days, and 1903mm (74.92") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of December, in Bensonville, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:38 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Bensonville is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during December leads to these instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. 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. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.