December weather forecastBaures, Bolivia

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Baures, is still a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 30.6°C (87.1°F) and 23°C (73.4°F).

Temperature

The commencement of December notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.6°C (87.1°F), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. The temperature in Baures lowers to an average of 23°C (73.4°F) during December nights.

Heat index

December's mean heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Baures, in December, it is raining for 26.6 days, with typically 184mm (7.24") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Baures, Bolivia, there are 211.7 rainfall days, and 1245mm (49.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:45 -04.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Baures are June through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during December translates into the following guidance:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.