December weather forecastColchagua, Chile

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Colchagua, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and an average low of 11.7°C (53.1°F).

Temperature

The transition into December shows a subtle variation to a still warm 29.8°C (85.6°F) from November's 27.2°C (81°F) in the average high-temperature. Colchagua anticipates a considerable drop in temperature at night in December, with an average low of 11.7°C (53.1°F).

Heat index

December's average heat index is calculated to be a hot 30°C (86°F). Exhaustion might be the outcome of enduring exposure and continuous activity, with a risk of heat cramps.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 48%.

Rainfall

In Colchagua, in December, during 1.9 rainfall days, 5mm (0.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 52.9 rainfall days, and 346mm (13.62") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 14h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 20:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 21:01 -03.

Sunshine

In Colchagua, the average sunshine in December is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in December leads to these guidelines:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Frequently asked questions

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and a low-temperature of 11.7°C (53.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in December is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 48%.

In Colchagua, Chile, in December, it is raining for 1.9 days, with typically 5mm (0.2") of accumulated precipitation.

With an average of 14h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Colchagua.

In December, the average day length is 14h and 25min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 20:43. On the last day of the month, in Colchagua, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 21:01 -03.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Colchagua, Chile, is 9.7h.

The months with the highest UV index in Colchagua, Chile, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Colchagua is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Colchagua, Chile

  • Average high temperature in December: 29.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (14.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Colchagua, Chile

  • Average pressure in December: 1015mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1014.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Colchagua, Chile

  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Colchagua, Chile

  • Average humidity in December: 48%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (46%).

Average rainfall in December
Colchagua, Chile

  • Average rainfall in December: 5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (109mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Colchagua, Chile

  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (8.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Colchagua, Chile

  • Average daylight in December: 14h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Colchagua, Chile

  • Average sunshine days in December: 28.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (20.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Colchagua, Chile

  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Colchagua, Chile

  • Average cloud cover in December: 8

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in December
Colchagua, Chile

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).