December weather forecastFlandes, Colombia

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Flandes, Colombia, with an average temperature varying between 29.2°C (84.6°F) and 16.4°C (61.5°F).

Temperature

Flandes's shift from November to December is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.2°C (84.6°F), a slight deviation from 28.8°C (83.8°F). December nights bring a pronounced temperature shift, with averages hovering around a refreshing 16.4°C (61.5°F).

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is evaluated at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). If exposure and ongoing activity persist, they might induce a state of tiredness and heat cramps.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Flandes, Colombia, is 66%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 17.2 days. Throughout December, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is accumulated. In Flandes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 255.6 days and collects up to 842mm (33.15") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Flandes, with an average of 11h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:45. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:58 -05.

Sunshine

With an average of 8.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in December transforms into this advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during December is 29.2°C (84.6°F) and the low-temperature is 16.4°C (61.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in December is evaluated at 32°C (89.6°F).

In December, the average relative humidity is 66%.

In Flandes, in December, it is raining for 17.2 days, with typically 57mm (2.24") of accumulated precipitation.

With an average of 11h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

The average day length in December in Flandes, Colombia, is 11h and 53min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:58 -05.

December has the least sunshine of the year in Flandes, with an average of 8.5h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December is 8.5h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In Flandes, Colombia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Average high temperature

28.8°C

29.2°C

30.1°C

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Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

3.5km/h

3.9km/h

4.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

2.5

9.1

11.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Flandes, Colombia

Average high temperature in December: 29.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (30.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (28.6°C).

Average low temperature in December: 16.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (18.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (16.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Flandes, Colombia

Average pressure in December: 1013.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Flandes, Colombia

Average wind speed in December: 3.1km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (2.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Flandes, Colombia

Average humidity in December: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in December
Flandes, Colombia

Average rainfall in December: 57mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (120mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (32mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Flandes, Colombia

Average rainfall days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (27.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (13.8 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Flandes, Colombia

Average daylight in December: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

Average sunshine in December: 8h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Flandes, Colombia

Average sunshine days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (11.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (1.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Flandes, 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
Flandes, Colombia

Average cloud cover in December: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
Flandes, Colombia

Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (9km).