December weather forecast
Akoumokoumo, Benin

December, the first month of the winter in Akoumokoumo, is a fiery hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35°C (95°F) and 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Temperature

Akoumokoumo sees the arrival of December with an average high-temperature of a sweltering 35°C (95°F), indicating a subtle variation from November. A noticeable temperature swing characterizes Akoumokoumo's December nights, dipping to an average of 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Heat index

For December, the heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Take more caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may occur. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In Akoumokoumo, the average relative humidity in December is 44%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 2.8 days and typically collects 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:46 WAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in December interprets into the following advice:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.