December weather forecastLa Maná, Ecuador

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a warm month in La Maná, Ecuador, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.2°C (84.6°F) and min 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Temperature

The advent of December observes an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F), nearly identical to November's 30.5°C (86.9°F). Throughout December, La Maná witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Heat index

During December, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

In La Maná, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In La Maná, in December, during 25.9 rainfall days, 227mm (8.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In La Maná, during the entire year, the rain falls for 294.5 days and collects up to 1962mm (77.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in La Maná is December, with an average of 12h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:25 -05.

Sunshine

In La Maná, Ecuador, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in December translates into the following instructions:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.