December weather forecast
Mapiripán, Colombia

December, the first month of the winter in Mapiripán, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.4°C (84.9°F) and min 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Temperature

December's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.4°C (84.9°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Throughout December, Mapiripán's nights cool down to an average of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Heat index

December's heat index is appraised at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Mapiripán, during December, the rain falls for 23.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 98mm (3.86") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 300.1 rainfall days, and 1896mm (74.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 12h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:50 -05.

Sunshine

In Mapiripán, the average sunshine in December is 6.9h.

UV index

January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during December morphs into the following directions:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.