December weather forecast
Puerto de Ébano, Ecuador

December, the first month of the summer in Puerto de Ébano, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.5°C (90.5°F) and an average low of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.5°C (90.5°F), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. An average low-temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F) is recorded in the month of December.

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is evaluated at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Puerto de Ébano is 69%.

Rainfall

In Puerto de Ébano, during December, the rain falls for 20.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 69mm (2.72") of precipitation. In Puerto de Ébano, during the entire year, the rain falls for 235.3 days and collects up to 1397mm (55") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:30 -05.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Puerto de Ébano is 7.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Puerto de Ébano are September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in December translates into this advice:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun 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. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.