December weather forecast
Masantol, Philippines

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Masantol, Philippines, with an average temperature varying between 22.6°C (72.7°F) and 29.6°C (85.3°F).

Temperature

The shift from November to December is characterized by an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.6°C (85.3°F), not significantly different from the 30.6°C (87.1°F) of November. During the nights in December, Masantol observes an average low-temperature of 22.6°C (72.7°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is estimated at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. 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. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

In Masantol, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, in Masantol, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Masantol, there are 223.6 rainfall days, and 876mm (34.49") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Masantol.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of December, in Masantol, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:38 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Masantol, the average sunshine in December is 6.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during December translates into the following directions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.