December weather forecastMemot, Cambodia

Weather in December

December wraps up the year with slightly cooler temperatures compared to November, marking the onset of the Cambodian Winter. This month sees a further decrease in rainfall levels recording just 24mm (0.94"), making it the driest season after February. It’s a great time to visit Memot, as the warm sunny days and cool nights offer an enjoyable respite from the rain-dominated months. The city comes to life with the locals celebrating Christmas and New Year, lighting up December nights with festive illuminations.

Temperature

October and December represent the coldest period, with an average high-temperature of 31.2°C (88.2°F).

Heat index

In December, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. 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 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 69%.

Rainfall

In Memot, in December, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 24mm (0.94") of accumulated precipitation. In Memot, during the entire year, the rain falls for 209.1 days and collects up to 1097mm (43.19") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:28. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:41 +07.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during December translates into the following directions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.