December weather forecast
Banes, Cuba

The last month of the year, December stands out for its distinctly cooler climate in Banes with the lowest average maximum temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F). Shortow daylight hours due to the winter season result in a reduction of sunlight duration and a lowering of the UV index. The persistent high humidity gives the city's atmosphere dense and moist feel. While wind patterns don't exhibit any severe drops or peaks, a considerable increase in wind speed takes place. Pressure conditions stabilize, rounding off the year on a comfortable note.

Temperature

The transition from November to December in Banes brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.3°C (81.1°F), barely different from November's 28.1°C (82.6°F). December's average low-temperature in Banes is a still moderately hot 23.1°C (73.6°F), reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak temperatures.

Heat index

The heat index value for December is computed to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). If exposure and ongoing activity persist, they might induce a state of tiredness and heat cramps.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Banes are January, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Banes, in December, it is raining for 15.4 days, with typically 38mm (1.5") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 196.4 rainfall days, and 548mm (21.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Banes, with an average of 10h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 17:32 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Banes, Cuba, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in December translates into this advice:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.