December weather forecastIpu, Brazil

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a hot month in Ipu, Brazil, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.2°C (91.8°F) and min 22.6°C (72.7°F).

Temperature

The commencement of December introduces an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.2°C (91.8°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. Throughout the month of December, Ipu reports a steady low-temperature average of 22.6°C (72.7°F).

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. 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 hold great significance to children. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 60%.

Rainfall

In Ipu, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 50mm (1.97") of accumulated precipitation. In Ipu, Brazil, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184 days and collects up to 817mm (32.17") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Ipu, with an average of 12h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ipu, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 17:57 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 8.3h.

UV index

July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during December morphs into the following directions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.