December weather forecast
Parrita, Costa Rica

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Parrita, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 27°C (80.6°F) and min 20.5°C (68.9°F).

Temperature

With the onset of December, a modest change to a still moderately hot 27°C (80.6°F) from November's 25.9°C (78.6°F) is noted in high-temperature. Parrita registers a consistent average low-temperature of 20.5°C (68.9°F) during December.

Heat index

The average heat index in December is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F). Ongoing activity coupled with exposure often results in weariness and could induce heat cramps.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.

Humidity

In Parrita, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Parrita, during December, the rain falls for 20.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 67mm (2.64") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 290 rainfall days, and 2270mm (89.37") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Parrita.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 17:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:28 CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during December morphs into the following directions:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?
December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 27°C (80.6°F) and a low-temperature of 20.5°C (68.9°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In Parrita, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.
How much does it rain in December?
In December, the rain falls for 20.9 days. Throughout December, 67mm (2.64") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Parrita?
In December, the average day length is 11h and 35min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 17:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:28 CST.
How long on average sun shines in December?
The average sunshine duration in December in Parrita is 9.2h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Parrita, Costa Rica.
What is the UV index reading in December?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Parrita, Costa Rica
  • Average high temperature in December: 27°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (25.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (21.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February and December (20.5°C).

Average pressure in December
Parrita, Costa Rica
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Parrita, Costa Rica
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (5.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Parrita, Costa Rica
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Parrita, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in December: 67mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (440mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (18mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Parrita, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.7 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Parrita, Costa Rica
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Parrita, Costa Rica
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Parrita, Costa Rica
  • 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
Parrita, Costa Rica
  • Average cloud cover in December: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Parrita, Costa Rica
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).

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