December weather forecast
Balcad, Somalia

December wraps up the year on a high note with reliable and consistent weather patterns. The rainfall levels decrease steeply by more than half from 62mm (2.44") in November to 19mm (0.75"). The drop in humidity and the increase in pressure from the previous month create the right balance to enjoy outdoor activities. As the wind picks up speed again to 25.9km/h (16.1mph), the city's weather becomes balmy and pleasant. With this, Balcad city gracefully ushers in the new year.

Temperature

The transition into December notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.9°C (85.8°F), revealing a mild distinction from the 29.7°C (85.5°F) in November. Balcad registers a gentle descent to an average nighttime low of 25.8°C (78.4°F) in December from its daytime highs.

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is calculated to be a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In Balcad, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Balcad, in December, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 19mm (0.75") of accumulated precipitation. In Balcad, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149 days and collects up to 372mm (14.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Balcad, Somalia.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:01 EAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Balcad are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in December transforms into this advice:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.