December weather forecast
Vacamonte, Panama

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Vacamonte, Panama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.8°C (83.8°F) and 24°C (75.2°F).

Temperature

Vacamonte's weather, upon December's arrival, documents an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.8°C (83.8°F), nearly identical to the prior month. During December's nights, Vacamonte notes a minor temperature decline, reaching an average of 24°C (75.2°F).

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is calculated to be a very hot 35°C (95°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In Vacamonte, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Vacamonte, in December, during 26.4 rainfall days, 125mm (4.92") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 294.6 rainfall days, and 1899mm (74.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Vacamonte, Panama, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:10 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 7.3h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index in Vacamonte are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in December leads to these guidelines:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.