December weather forecastPiedras, Colombia

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Piedras, is still a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.2°C (84.6°F) and 16.4°C (61.5°F).

Temperature

As Piedras welcomes December, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a still warm 29.2°C (84.6°F), showing little deviation from November's 28.8°C (83.8°F). Piedras documents a substantial shift from daytime warmth, recording an average nighttime temperature of 16.4°C (61.5°F) in December.

Heat index

The heat index value for December is appraised at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Persisting in activity during long-term exposure might induce weariness, with subsequent heat cramps.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Piedras is 66%.

Rainfall

In December, in Piedras, the rain falls for 17.2 days. Throughout December, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Piedras, 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 the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:45. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:58 -05.

Sunshine

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

UV index

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. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

December temperatures in Piedras vary between a high-temperature of 29.2°C (84.6°F) and a low-temperature of 16.4°C (61.5°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 32°C (89.6°F).

In December, the average relative humidity is 66%.

In Piedras, Colombia, 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 in Piedras, Colombia.

In December, the average day length in Piedras, Colombia, is 11h and 52min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 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 Piedras, Colombia, with an average of 8.5h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December in Piedras, Colombia, is 8.5h.

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

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Piedras, 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
Piedras, 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
Piedras, 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
Piedras, 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
Piedras, 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
Piedras, 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
Piedras, 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
Piedras, 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
Piedras, 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
Piedras, 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
Piedras, 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).