December weather forecast
Tsevie, Togo

December brings respite from the rainy season with significantly reduced rainfall of 14mm (0.55"). Offering a contrast are the longer sunshine days that increase to 16.5. The weather lends itself to outdoor festivities with favorable temperature levels. Coinciding with the festive season, the wind speed exhibits a calming down from previous months. Overall, December in Tsevie features clear skies, reduced rainfall, and pleasing temperatures, wrapping up the year's weather pattern beautifully.

Temperature

On the advent of December, Tsevie's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a still tropical 31.8°C (89.2°F) from November's 31°C (87.8°F). An average low-temperature of 25.6°C (78.1°F) is noted during the nights in December.

Heat index

December's heat index is computed to be a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 8.5 days and typically collects 14mm (0.55") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Tsevie, Togo, is December, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:51 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 8.8h.

UV index

January through June, September 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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.