December weather forecastMelgar, Colombia

December

Weather in December

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

Temperature

December's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.2°C (84.6°F), diverging marginally from November's 28.8°C (83.8°F). With a notable difference from peak temperatures, an average of 16.4°C (61.5°F) marks the nights in December.

Heat index

The heat index for December is calculated to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). If one endures exposure and continues to be active, it might result in tiredness and heat cramps.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.

Humidity

In Melgar, the average relative humidity in December is 66%.

Rainfall

In Melgar, in December, it is raining for 17.2 days, with typically 57mm (2.24") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 255.6 rainfall days, and 842mm (33.15") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:58 -05.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 8.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Melgar are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during December translates into the following directions:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in December, in Melgar, is 29.2°C (84.6°F) and the average low-temperature is 16.4°C (61.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in December is calculated to be 32°C (89.6°F).

In December, the average relative humidity is 66%.

In Melgar, during December, the rain falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.

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

In Melgar, the average day length in December is 11h and 53min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:58 -05.

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

In December, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.

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.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

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Jan

Average high temperature

28.8°C

29.2°C

30.1°C

Average low temperature

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
Melgar, 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
Melgar, 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
Melgar, 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
Melgar, 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
Melgar, 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
Melgar, 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
Melgar, 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
Melgar, 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
Melgar, 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
Melgar, 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
Melgar, 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).