December weather forecast
Caruaru, Brazil

December, the first month of the summer in Caruaru, is a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30°C (86°F) and 20.5°C (68.9°F).

Temperature

As Caruaru, Brazil, welcomes December, the average high-temperature records at a hot 30°C (86°F), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 20.5°C (68.9°F).

Heat index

For December, the heat index is computed to be a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

December is the least humid month in Caruaru, Brazil, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Caruaru, there are 181.6 rainfall days, and 347mm (13.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 36min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:55 and sunset at 17:30. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 17:45 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.7h.

UV index

January through April, June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Caruaru, Brazil. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during December translates into these guidelines:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.