Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
December
Weather in December
Temperature
Distracción registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.1°C (80.8°F) with the arrival of December, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. During the December nights, an average temperature of 18.2°C (64.8°F) is observed in Distracción.Heat index
During December, the heat index is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F). A sense of exhaustion might occur with extended exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 71%.Rainfall
In Distracción, in December, it is raining for 15.4 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation. In Distracción, Colombia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 246.2 days and collects up to 896mm (35.28") of precipitation.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:39 -05.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 8.1h.UV index
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: An average UV index of 6 in December transforms into this advice:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. 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. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average December temperature?
What is the average humidity in December?
How many days does it rain in December?
What is the month with the shortest days?
What is the average length of the day in December?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
How long on average sun shines in December?
What are the months with the highest UV index?
When is the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index intensity in December?
Average temperature in December
Distracción, Colombia
- Average high temperature in December: 27.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is November (26.9°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 18.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (19.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is September (18.1°C).
Average pressure in December
Distracción, Colombia
- Average pressure in December: 1010.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.5mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Distracción, Colombia
- Average wind speed in December: 8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (4.6km/h).
Average humidity in December
Distracción, Colombia
- Average humidity in December: 71%
The months with the highest relative humidity are October and November (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (65%).
Average rainfall in December
Distracción, Colombia
- Average rainfall in December: 27mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (135mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (13mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Distracción, Colombia
- Average rainfall days in December: 15.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (26.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Distracción, Colombia
- Average daylight in December: 11h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 8h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Distracción, Colombia
- Average sunshine days in December: 8.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (11.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Distracción, Colombia
- Average UV index in December: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Distracción, Colombia
- Average cloud cover in December: 20
The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in December
Distracción, Colombia
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
