December weather forecastLimoeiro, Brazil

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Limoeiro, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.1°C (71.8°F) and max 30.6°C (87.1°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during December is a still hot 30.6°C (87.1°F), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. December nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a pleasant 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Heat index

For December, the heat index is evaluated at a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for 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.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

December is the least humid month in Limoeiro, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Limoeiro, in December, during 16.8 rainfall days, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 224.2 rainfall days, and 433mm (17.05") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Limoeiro, with an average of 12h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:54 and sunset at 17:27. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 17:42 -03.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.8h.

UV index

In Limoeiro, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.