December weather forecast
Palmarito, Cuba

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

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Palmarito records an average high-temperature of a still warm 29°C (84.2°F), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. In Palmarito, the average temperature during the nights of December drops to a pleasant 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Heat index

December's mean heat index is computed to be a very hot 35°C (95°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial 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.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Palmarito, Cuba, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 216.6 rainfall days, and 605mm (23.82") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 17:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 17:39 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Palmarito is 7.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Palmarito, Cuba, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.