December weather forecastFrancinópolis, Brazil

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Francinópolis, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.9°C (93°F) and an average low of 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Temperature

Francinópolis's weather in December indicates an average high-temperature of a hot 33.9°C (93°F), nearly consistent with the 35.2°C (95.4°F) of November. Francinópolis's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a moderately hot 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

During December, the heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. 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. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 60%.

Rainfall

In Francinópolis, in December, during 19.5 rainfall days, 86mm (3.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.4 rainfall days, and 844mm (33.23") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 30min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:06 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9h.

UV index

In Francinópolis, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.