Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
Punta Sal experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a still moderately hot 27°C (80.6°F) with the onset of December, maintaining near parity with November's 26.3°C (79.3°F). Punta Sal experiences a consistent average temperature of 20.5°C (68.9°F) throughout the nights in December.Heat index
For December, the heat index is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F). Prolonged exposure combined with continuous activity could lead to exhaustion, and possibly heat cramps.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 71%.Rainfall
In Punta Sal, Peru, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 8mm (0.31") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 74.9 rainfall days, and 174mm (6.85") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of December, in Punta Sal, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:37 -05.
Sunshine
In Punta Sal, the average sunshine in December is 9.3h.UV index
January, March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Punta Sal. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Punta Sal in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Punta Sal?
How much does it rain in Punta Sal in December?
When are the longest days in Punta Sal?
What is the average length of the day in December in Punta Sal?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Punta Sal?
How many hours of sunshine does Punta Sal have in December?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Punta Sal?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Punta Sal?
Average temperature in December
Punta Sal, Peru
- Average high temperature in December: 27°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (25.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 20.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (23.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (17.9°C).
Average pressure in December
Punta Sal, Peru
- Average pressure in December: 1011.3mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are August, September and October (1012.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.5mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Punta Sal, Peru
- Average wind speed in December: 17.2km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are July and August (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (11.3km/h).
Average humidity in December
Punta Sal, Peru
- Average humidity in December: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, October and November (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Punta Sal, Peru
- Average rainfall in December: 8mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (59mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (0mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Punta Sal, Peru
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Punta Sal, Peru
- Average daylight in December: 12h and 2min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 9h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Punta Sal, Peru
- Average sunshine days in December: 24.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Punta Sal, Peru
- Average UV index in December: 6
The month with the highest UV index is February (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Punta Sal, Peru
- Average cloud cover in December: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).
Average visibility in December
Punta Sal, Peru
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
Punta Sal, Peru
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