December weather forecast
El Espino de Santa Rosa, Panama

December, the first month of the winter in El Espino de Santa Rosa, is a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.3°C (86.5°F) and 21.4°C (70.5°F).

Temperature

El Espino de Santa Rosa notes an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F) in December, displaying minor variation from November. In El Espino de Santa Rosa, the December nights cool down to an average low of 21.4°C (70.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for December is computed to be a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

In El Espino de Santa Rosa, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In El Espino de Santa Rosa, in December, during 20.6 rainfall days, 121mm (4.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in El Espino de Santa Rosa, there are 269.3 rainfall days, and 2235mm (87.99") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in El Espino de Santa Rosa, Panama, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in El Espino de Santa Rosa, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:16 EST.

Sunshine

In El Espino de Santa Rosa, the average sunshine in December is 8.8h.

UV index

July, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in El Espino de Santa Rosa. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.