December weather forecastLas Cañas, Ecuador
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the summer in Las Cañas, is still a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 22.1°C (71.8°F) and 29.2°C (84.6°F).Temperature
Las Cañas starts December with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F), hinting at a minimal fluctuation from November. In Las Cañas, the average low-temperature during the month of December is an agreeable 22.1°C (71.8°F).Heat index
Throughout December, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 72%.Rainfall
In Las Cañas, in December, during 19.4 rainfall days, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Las Cañas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.1 days and collects up to 544mm (21.42") of precipitation.Daylight
The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of December in Las Cañas, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:30 -05.
Sunshine
In Las Cañas, the average sunshine in December is 5h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during December translates into the following directions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Las Cañas, Ecuador
- Average high temperature in December: 29.2°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are April and May (29.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 22.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (22.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (19.6°C).
Average pressure in December
Las Cañas, Ecuador
- Average pressure in December: 1011.3mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are August, September and October (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.9mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Las Cañas, Ecuador
- Average wind speed in December: 7.7km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are October and November (8.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (5.5km/h).
Average humidity in December
Las Cañas, Ecuador
- Average humidity in December: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Las Cañas, Ecuador
- Average rainfall in December: 60mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (132mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (6mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Las Cañas, Ecuador
- Average rainfall days in December: 19.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (26.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.9 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Las Cañas, Ecuador
- Average daylight in December: 12h and 12min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Las Cañas, Ecuador
- Average sunshine days in December: 8.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (1 days).
Average UV index in December
Las Cañas, Ecuador
- Average UV index in December: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Las Cañas, Ecuador
- Average cloud cover in December: 59
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 46).
Average visibility in December
Las Cañas, Ecuador
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and March (8km).
