December weather forecastHatillo, Colombia

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is a tropical month in Hatillo, Colombia, with an average temperature varying between 30.5°C (86.9°F) and 26.1°C (79°F).

Temperature

In the transition from November to December, Hatillo reports an average high-temperature of a hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. Hatillo in December experiences a minor decline in temperature, with an average low of 26.1°C (79°F) at night.

Heat index

During December, the heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In Hatillo, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is accumulated. In Hatillo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 210.6 days and collects up to 1115mm (43.9") 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 06:04 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:52 -05.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.