December weather forecastCalicito, Cuba

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Calicito, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29°C (84.2°F) and min 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during December registers at a still warm 29°C (84.2°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F) is expected in Calicito.

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 35°C (95°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Calicito, Cuba, is 79%.

Rainfall

In Calicito, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Calicito, during the entire year, the rain falls for 216.6 days and collects up to 605mm (23.82") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 17:27. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 17:40 CST.

Sunshine

In Calicito, the average sunshine in December is 7.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Calicito. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.