December weather forecast
Gelang Patah, Malaysia

December, the first month of the winter in Gelang Patah, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 24.6°C (76.3°F) and 30.4°C (86.7°F).

Temperature

December brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.4°C (86.7°F), nearly identical to the preceding month. In Gelang Patah, December is marked by an average low-temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Heat index

In December, the heat index is estimated at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

The most humid month in Gelang Patah is December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Gelang Patah. Rain falls for 27.7 days and accumulates 170mm (6.69") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Gelang Patah, with an average of 12h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Gelang Patah, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:09 pm +08.

Sunshine

With an average of 7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Gelang Patah.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. 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. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.