December weather forecast
Bilma, Niger

December in Bilma embraces the chilly winter weather, making it the coldest month of the year. The city experiences a mild high of 28.7°C (83.7°F) and a chilly low of 8.3°C (46.9°F), making it a period of cooler respite for inhabitants. Despite December having shorter daylight hours of about 11, the lack of rainfall ensures the city remains warm and dry. As the year winds down, so does the intense heat wave that besieged Bilma, signalling a pleasant end to the year.

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Bilma's average high-temperature eases from a hot 33.1°C (91.6°F) to a warm 28.7°C (83.7°F). In the face of high daytime temperatures, Bilma witnesses a consistent average nighttime low of 8.3°C (46.9°F) during December.

Rainfall

In Bilma, rain does not fall in January through June, October through December.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Bilma.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:30. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 17:42 WAT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Bilma are January and December, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 7, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during December translates into the following guidance:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.