December weather forecastBarreiro, Ecuador

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Barreiro, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.1°C (71.8°F) and 30.9°C (87.6°F).

Temperature

Barreiro, Ecuador, marks the onset of December with an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.9°C (87.6°F), subtly divergent from November's 31.8°C (89.2°F). During the nights in December, Barreiro experiences a consistent average temperature of 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Barreiro, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Barreiro, during December, the rain falls for 23.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 180mm (7.09") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Barreiro, there are 296.9 rainfall days, and 2322mm (91.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:28 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Barreiro is 6h.

UV index

February through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.