December weather forecast
Los Ángeles, Chile

Contrary to the preceding months, December in Los Angeles, Chile, brings an introduction to the much-awaited summer season. Distinguished by its long daylight hours, increased temperature, and mild rainfall, the month sets the tone for the following summer period. The highest number of daylight hours - 14.7 on average - signifies December as the period of maximum sun exposure. Nevertheless, moving towards the new year, the temperature is expected to maintain a stable high, while the daylight hours exhibit a small reduction. Consequently, December offers the first taste of summer, ringing in the season with rising warmth and extended sunlight.

Temperature

The start of December brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from November's moderately hot 25°C (77°F) to a still warm 28°C (82.4°F). A striking departure from daytime highs to an average low-temperature of 10°C (50°F) is witnessed during December.

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F). Continuing activity during long-lasting exposure might induce tiredness and result in heat cramps.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

In Los Ángeles, Chile, the average relative humidity in December is 60%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2 days. Throughout December, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Los Ángeles, there are 63 rainfall days, and 1076mm (42.36") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Los Ángeles is December, with an average of 14h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Los Ángeles, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 20:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 21:13 -03.