December weather forecast
Pilon, Cuba

December, the first month of the winter in Pilon, is still a warm 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

December's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still warm 29°C (84.2°F) from November's 29.7°C (85.5°F). Pilon's nighttime temperature in December falls to an average of 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Pilon.
On the first day of December in Pilon, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 17:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 17:41 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Pilon 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 Pilon. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in December translates into these instructions:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.