December weather forecastSao Arriba, Cuba

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a warm month in Sao Arriba, Cuba, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.2°C (68.4°F) and 28.2°C (82.8°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.2°C (82.8°F), bearing a close resemblance to November. An average low-temperature of 20.2°C (68.4°F) is noted during the month of December.

Heat index

December's heat index is appraised at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

In Sao Arriba, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Sao Arriba, in December, during 9.1 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sao Arriba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.7 days and collects up to 261mm (10.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Sao Arriba, with an average of 10h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:22. On the last day of December, in Sao Arriba, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 17:34 CST.

Sunshine

In Sao Arriba, Cuba, the average sunshine in December is 6.7h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during December translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. 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. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 28.2°C (82.8°F) and a low-temperature of 20.2°C (68.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in December is appraised at 33°C (91.4°F).

In Sao Arriba, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

In Sao Arriba, Cuba, in December, during 9.1 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

With an average of 10h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sao Arriba.

In Sao Arriba, the average day length in December is 10h and 53min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:22. On the last day of the month, in Sao Arriba, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 17:34 CST.

In Sao Arriba, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.7h.

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Sao Arriba, Cuba.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Sao Arriba is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sao Arriba, Cuba

  • Average high temperature in December: 28.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (33.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.5°C).

Average pressure in December
Sao Arriba, Cuba

  • Average pressure in December: 1016mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Sao Arriba, Cuba

  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (10.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (7.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Sao Arriba, Cuba

  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and November (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Sao Arriba, Cuba

  • Average rainfall in December: 11mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (38mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (7mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Sao Arriba, Cuba

  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sao Arriba, Cuba

  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sao Arriba, Cuba

  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Sao Arriba, Cuba

  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December
Sao Arriba, Cuba

  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Sao Arriba, Cuba

  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The month with the highest visibility is March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, September, October, November and December (8km).