December weather forecast
Ventanas, Ecuador

December, the first month of the summer in Ventanas, is still a tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.9°C (87.6°F) and an average low of 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Temperature

December's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.9°C (87.6°F), hardly different from the previous month. Ventanas experiences an average temperature drop to an agreeable 22.1°C (71.8°F) during December nights.

Heat index

December's heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. 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 extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. 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. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

In Ventanas, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Ventanas, in December, it is raining for 23.8 days, with typically 180mm (7.09") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 296.9 rainfall days, and 2322mm (91.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Ventanas.
On the first day of December in Ventanas, Ecuador, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:27 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Ventanas is 6h.

UV index

February through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during December translates into the following directions:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.