December weather forecast
Santa Cruz, Venezuela

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Santa Cruz, Venezuela, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.3°C (66.7°F) and an average high of 27.4°C (81.3°F).

Temperature

As December unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a still warm 27.4°C (81.3°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Santa Cruz, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 19.3°C (66.7°F).

Heat index

December's average heat index is evaluated at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Continuing activity during long-lasting exposure might induce tiredness and result in heat cramps.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. 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. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, in Santa Cruz, Venezuela, the rain falls for 20.5 days. Throughout December, 67mm (2.64") of precipitation is accumulated. In Santa Cruz, during the entire year, the rain falls for 276.6 days and collects up to 1442mm (56.77") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Santa Cruz, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:19 -04.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. The months with the lowest UV index in Santa Cruz, Venezuela, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in December leads to these guidelines:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | Resources

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Santa Cruz?

Santa Cruz in December has an average high-temperature of 27.4°C (81.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 19.3°C (66.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in December is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Santa Cruz?

In December, the average relative humidity in Santa Cruz, Venezuela, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Santa Cruz in December?

In Santa Cruz, during December, the rain falls for 20.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 67mm (2.64") of precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Santa Cruz?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Santa Cruz have in December?

In Santa Cruz, the average day length in December is 11h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Santa Cruz?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:19 -04.

How many hours of sunshine does Santa Cruz have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Santa Cruz is 9.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Santa Cruz?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Santa Cruz.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Santa Cruz?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Santa Cruz, Venezuela.

What is the UV index reading in December in Santa Cruz?

In Santa Cruz, Venezuela, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Santa Cruz, Venezuela

Average temperature in December - Santa Cruz, Venezuela
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (29.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (20.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°C).

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Average pressure in December
Santa Cruz, Venezuela

Average pressure in December - Santa Cruz, Venezuela
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Santa Cruz, Venezuela

Average wind speed in December - Santa Cruz, Venezuela
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (4.6km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Santa Cruz, Venezuela

Average humidity in December - Santa Cruz, Venezuela
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Santa Cruz, Venezuela

Average rainfall in December - Santa Cruz, Venezuela
  • Average rainfall in December: 67mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (199mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (18mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Santa Cruz, Venezuela

Average rainfall days in December - Santa Cruz, Venezuela
  • Average rainfall days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (29.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.4 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Santa Cruz, Venezuela

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Santa Cruz, Venezuela
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Santa Cruz, Venezuela

Average sunshine days in December - Santa Cruz, Venezuela
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Santa Cruz, Venezuela

Average UV index in December - Santa Cruz, Venezuela
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in December
Santa Cruz, Venezuela

Average cloud cover in December - Santa Cruz, Venezuela
  • Average cloud cover in December: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in December
Santa Cruz, Venezuela

Average visibility in December - Santa Cruz, Venezuela
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August, September, October and November (8km).

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