December weather forecast
Bagala, Panama

December, the first month of the winter in Bagala, is still a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.7°C (71.1°F) and max 29.6°C (85.3°F).

Temperature

The transition into December is marked with an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.6°C (85.3°F), showing an insignificant shift from November's 28.8°C (83.8°F). Bagala experiences a steady low-temperature of 21.7°C (71.1°F) throughout December.

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is estimated at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Bagala is 76%.

Rainfall

In Bagala, in December, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 62mm (2.44") of accumulated precipitation. In Bagala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 217.9 days and collects up to 1377mm (54.21") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of December, in Bagala, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:22 EST.

Sunshine

In Bagala, the average sunshine in December is 9.3h.

UV index

August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during December translates into the following directions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. 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. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.