December weather forecast
Puerto Tierrabaja, Colombia

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

Temperature

With the onset of December, a modest change to a tropical 30.5°C (86.9°F) from November's 29.8°C (85.6°F) is noted in high-temperature. Puerto Tierrabaja records a slight downturn to an average a warm 26.1°C (79°F) during the nights of December.

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is estimated at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. 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 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Puerto Tierrabaja, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Puerto Tierrabaja, there are 210.6 rainfall days, and 1115mm (43.9") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of December, in Puerto Tierrabaja, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:50 -05.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Puerto Tierrabaja are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Puerto Tierrabaja. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during December leads to these instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.