December weather forecastSabana Basora, Aruba

December

Weather in December

December arrives in Sabana Basora, bringing with it a mix of weather conditions. Echoing November's conditions, December sees an overcast environment due to an increased percentage of cloud coverage. Simultaneously, the month experiences a noticeable increase in the wind speed to an average of 32.4km/h (20.1mph), indicating the end of the wet season and the onset of drier conditions. Shorter days become apparent as the city experiences a reduction in daylight hours to 11.4 hours. All these factors make December an exciting and dynamic month in Sabana Basora.

Temperature

Sabana Basora observes an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.7°C (81.9°F) in December, barely different from 28.6°C (83.5°F) in November. Sabana Basora's nighttime temperatures in December display a slight drop from daytime highs, averaging to a still moderately hot 26.7°C (80.1°F).

Heat index

In December, the heat index is estimated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Extended exposure and activity might lead to tiredness, potentially resulting in heat cramps.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.

Humidity

In Sabana Basora, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Sabana Basora, Aruba, during December, the rain falls for 22.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 55mm (2.17") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sabana Basora, there are 184.2 rainfall days, and 472mm (18.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Sabana Basora, Aruba, is December, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 18:25 AST.

Sunshine

With an average of 8.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Sabana Basora. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

During December, Sabana Basora experiences an average high-temperature of 27.7°C (81.9°F) and a low-temperature of 26.7°C (80.1°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 31°C (87.8°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

In December, in Sabana Basora, Aruba, the rain falls for 22.6 days. Throughout December, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

The month with the shortest days in Sabana Basora, Aruba, is December, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.

In Sabana Basora, Aruba, the average day length in December is 11h and 25min.

On the first day of December in Sabana Basora, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 18:25 AST.

The month with the least sunshine in Sabana Basora is December, with an average of 8.2h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December in Sabana Basora is 8.2h.

The months with the highest UV index in Sabana Basora, Aruba, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Sabana Basora, Aruba.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sabana Basora, Aruba

  • Average high temperature in December: 27.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (29°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (26.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (28.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Sabana Basora, Aruba

  • Average pressure in December: 1011.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1009.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Sabana Basora, Aruba

  • Average wind speed in December: 32.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (37.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (26.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Sabana Basora, Aruba

  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Sabana Basora, Aruba

  • Average rainfall in December: 55mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (110mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (15mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Sabana Basora, Aruba

  • Average rainfall days in December: 22.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (23.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (10.6 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sabana Basora, Aruba

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sabana Basora, Aruba

  • Average sunshine days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (2.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Sabana Basora, Aruba

  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in December
Sabana Basora, Aruba

  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Sabana Basora, Aruba

  • 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).