December weather forecast
Jinotepe, Nicaragua

December marks the end of the year with relatively cool weather in Jinotepe. This month observes the coolest average low temperature at 22.5°C (72.5°F). However, there is a substantial drop in rainfall to 11mm (0.43"), making it the driest month of the year. Simultaneously, the amount of sunshine received goes up, and the wind speed increases. With the highest atmospheric pressure of 1011.5mb for the year, the weather remains steady without any sudden climatic changes.

Temperature

December's onset in Jinotepe brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.6°C (85.3°F), showing a minute difference from November's 29.5°C (85.1°F). In December, Jinotepe's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 22.5°C (72.5°F) during the night.

Heat index

In December, the heat index is evaluated at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. With a high level of moisture in the air, the evaporation process becomes less efficient, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently and resulting in a sensation of overheating. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 72%.

Rainfall

In Jinotepe, during December, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation. In Jinotepe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 193.6 days and collects up to 1354mm (53.31") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Jinotepe, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:18. On the last day of December, in Jinotepe, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:31 CST.

Sunshine

In Jinotepe, the average sunshine in December is 8.7h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.