December weather forecastZapatoca, Colombia

December weather for Zapatoca, Colombia: The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Zapatoca, Colombia, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.5°C (83.3°F) and min 18.5°C (65.3°F). With an average of 11h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Zapatoca.

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Zapatoca, Colombia, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.5°C (83.3°F) and min 18.5°C (65.3°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.5°C (83.3°F), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. Zapatoca's average low-temperature in December is measured at an enjoyable 18.5°C (65.3°F).

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Zapatoca, in December, it is raining for 23.3 days, with typically 100mm (3.94") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 326.7 rainfall days, and 2692mm (105.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Zapatoca.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:35. On the last day of December, in Zapatoca, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:48 -05.

Sunshine

In Zapatoca, Colombia, the average sunshine in December is 8.2h.

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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in December transforms into this advice:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

Updated: Jan 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In Zapatoca, 28.5°C (83.3°F) is the average high-temperature and 18.5°C (65.3°F) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in December is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

In December, the average relative humidity in Zapatoca, Colombia, is 76%.

In Zapatoca, during December, the rain falls for 23.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 100mm (3.94") of precipitation.

With an average of 11h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Zapatoca.

In Zapatoca, Colombia, the average day length in December is 11h and 44min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:48 -05.

The average sunshine duration in December in Zapatoca, Colombia, is 8.2h.

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.

In Zapatoca, Colombia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Average temperature in December
Zapatoca, Colombia

Average high temperature in December: 28.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is November (27.6°C).

Average low temperature in December: 18.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (19.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (18.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Zapatoca, Colombia

Average pressure in December: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Zapatoca, Colombia

Average wind speed in December: 4.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and November (4.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Zapatoca, Colombia

Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Zapatoca, Colombia

Average rainfall in December: 100mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (322mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (59mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Zapatoca, Colombia

Average rainfall days in December: 23.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (19.3 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Zapatoca, Colombia

Average daylight in December: 11h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

Average sunshine in December: 8h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Zapatoca, Colombia

Average sunshine days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (8.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0 days).

Average UV index in December
Zapatoca, 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).