December weather forecast
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

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Weather in December

December in Gaoua is characterized by its dry weather, clear skies, and steadily decreasing temperatures. As a conclusive month of the year, it gloriously showcases the city's dry season at its peak. The absence of rainfall, combined with a relative humidity of 18% and low cloud cover, truly emphasizes the dryness of this period. January carries forward these conditions, with similar temperatures and negligible rainfall. In essence, December ends the year on a cool and dry note, perfectly setting the stage for the start of a new year.

Temperature

The dawn of December sees an average high-temperature of a still very hot 35.9°C (96.6°F), subtly contrasting with November's 36.1°C (97°F). The average low-temperature reading in December for Gaoua reflects a significant fall from the daytime highs, stabilizing at an agreeable 20.4°C (68.7°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 18%.

Rainfall

In Gaoua, Burkina Faso, rain does not fall in January and December.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:01 GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 7.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in December translates into these instructions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in December?

During December, Gaoua experiences an average high-temperature of 35.9°C (96.6°F) and a low-temperature of 20.4°C (68.7°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 45°C (113°F).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Gaoua, the average relative humidity in December is 18%.

What is the driest month?

In Gaoua, rain does not fall in January and December.

Does it rain in December?

In December, it doesn't rain. November is the latest month when it rains.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gaoua have in December?

In December, the average day length is 11h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:01 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 7.9h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Gaoua, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average temperature in December - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (39.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (30.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (27.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°C).

Average pressure in December
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average pressure in December - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.2mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1012.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average wind speed in December - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (9.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average humidity in December - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average humidity in December: 18%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (15%).

Average rainfall in December
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average rainfall in December - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall in December: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (120mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average rainfall days in December - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (0.3 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average sunshine days in December - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average sunshine days in December: 30.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average UV index in December - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April and May (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average cloud cover in December - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average cloud cover in December: 4

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in December
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average visibility in December - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (9km).

Gaoua, Burkina Faso

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