December weather forecast
El Zulia, Colombia

December, the first month of the winter in El Zulia, is also a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 31.1°C (88°F) and 17.8°C (64°F).

Temperature

With an average high-temperature of 31.1°C (88°F) and an average low-temperature of 17.8°C (64°F), December is the coldest month.

Heat index

The heat index for December is calculated to be a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 61%.

Rainfall

In El Zulia, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation. In El Zulia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.2 days and collects up to 478mm (18.82") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in El Zulia is December, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 17:30. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:43 -05.

Sunshine

In El Zulia, the average sunshine in December is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, June, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.