December weather forecast
Plato, Colombia

December, the first month of the winter in Plato, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.2°C (72°F) and 33.1°C (91.6°F).

Temperature

The transition into December is marked with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.1°C (91.6°F), showing an insignificant shift from November's 31.6°C (88.9°F). Plato observes an average low-temperature of 22.2°C (72°F) during December nights.

Heat index

December's average heat index is estimated at a blazing hot 46°C (114.8°F). Caution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Sustained activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In December, in Plato, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout December, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 228 rainfall days, and 1026mm (40.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:49 -05.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Plato. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during December translates into the following directions:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.