December weather forecast
Cañaveral, Panama

December, the first month of the winter in Cañaveral, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.4°C (84.9°F) and min 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during December registers at a still warm 29.4°C (84.9°F), closely corresponding to the preceding month. Nighttime temperatures consistently average a pleasant 22.3°C (72.1°F) during December.

Heat index

The heat index value for December is estimated at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause 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 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. 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. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In Cañaveral, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Cañaveral, in December, during 18.4 rainfall days, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cañaveral, there are 247.4 rainfall days, and 1423mm (56.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Cañaveral is December, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:14 EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Cañaveral is 8.3h.

UV index

July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Cañaveral. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.