December weather forecast
Recetor, Colombia

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Recetor, Colombia, with an average temperature varying between 18.7°C (65.7°F) and 29.2°C (84.6°F).

Temperature

Recetor starts December with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F), a minor shift from November's 28.5°C (83.3°F). During December, an average low-temperature of 18.7°C (65.7°F) is observed.

Heat index

In December, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). If exposure and ongoing activity persist, they might induce a state of tiredness and heat cramps.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 65%.

Rainfall

In Recetor, during December, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.5 rainfall days, and 496mm (19.53") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Recetor, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:49 -05.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Recetor. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in December?
The high-temperature during December is 29.2°C (84.6°F) and the low-temperature is 18.7°C (65.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in December is calculated to be 32°C (89.6°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In Recetor, the average relative humidity in December is 65%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In December, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Recetor have in December?
The average day length in December is 11h and 50min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:49 -05.
How many hours of sunshine does Recetor have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Recetor is 9.6h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
How high is the UV index in December?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Recetor, Colombia
Average temperature in December
Recetor, Colombia
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (31°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (26.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (20.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (17.1°C).

Average pressure in December - Recetor, Colombia
Average pressure in December
Recetor, Colombia
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Recetor, Colombia
Average wind speed in December
Recetor, Colombia
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (4.8km/h).

Average humidity in December - Recetor, Colombia
Average humidity in December
Recetor, Colombia
  • Average humidity in December: 65%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (55%).

Average rainfall in December - Recetor, Colombia
Average rainfall in December
Recetor, Colombia
  • Average rainfall in December: 15mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (67mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (5mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Recetor, Colombia
Average rainfall days in December
Recetor, Colombia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.1 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Recetor, Colombia
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Recetor, Colombia
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 5min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December - Recetor, Colombia
Average sunshine days in December
Recetor, Colombia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December - Recetor, Colombia
Average UV index in December
Recetor, Colombia
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December - Recetor, Colombia
Average cloud cover in December
Recetor, Colombia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December - Recetor, Colombia
Average visibility in December
Recetor, Colombia
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June and July (8km).

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