December weather forecastMedia Luna, Cuba

December weather for Media Luna, Cuba: December, the first month of the winter in Media Luna, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29°C (84.2°F) and an average low of 20.8°C (69.4°F). With an average of 10h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Media Luna, Cuba.

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Media Luna, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29°C (84.2°F) and an average low of 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Temperature

Media Luna, Cuba, observes a minor difference in average high-temperatures between November's 29.7°C (85.5°F) and December's 29°C (84.2°F). During the month of December, the temperature in Media Luna falls to an average of 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Heat index

December's average heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. 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 particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

In Media Luna, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Media Luna, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 16mm (0.63") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 216.6 rainfall days, and 605mm (23.82") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 17:28. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 17:41 CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Media Luna 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 Media Luna, Cuba. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during December is 29°C (84.2°F) and the low-temperature is 20.8°C (69.4°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 35°C (95°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

In Media Luna, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 16mm (0.63") of accumulated precipitation.

With an average of 10h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Media Luna, Cuba.

The average day length in December is 10h and 56min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 17:28. On the last day of the month, in Media Luna, Cuba, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 17:41 CST.

The average sunshine duration in December in Media Luna, Cuba, is 7.2h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Media Luna, Cuba, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In Media Luna, Cuba, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Media Luna, Cuba

  • Average high temperature in December: 29°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (33.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Media Luna, Cuba

  • Average pressure in December: 1015.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Media Luna, Cuba

  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Media Luna, Cuba

  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Media Luna, Cuba

  • Average rainfall in December: 16mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (90mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (11mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Media Luna, Cuba

  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Media Luna, Cuba

  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and October (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Media Luna, Cuba

  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (3.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Media Luna, Cuba

  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December
Media Luna, Cuba

  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The months with the most cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 30).
The months with the least cloud cover are February, July and December (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Media Luna, Cuba

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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