December weather forecast
El Dorado, Venezuela

December, the first month of the winter in El Dorado, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 20.8°C (69.4°F) and 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Temperature

El Dorado's temperature records reveal December as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 29.5°C (85.1°F) and lows of 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Heat index

During December, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In El Dorado, during December, the rain falls for 27.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 78mm (3.07") of precipitation. In El Dorado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 300.7 days and collects up to 1069mm (42.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in El Dorado, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in El Dorado, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:02 -04.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in El Dorado is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in December translates into this advice:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.