December weather forecastRocafuerte, Ecuador

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Rocafuerte, Ecuador, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.1°C (71.8°F) and 29.2°C (84.6°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F), closely following the temperature pattern of November. Rocafuerte records a consistent low-temperature of 22.1°C (71.8°F) during December nights.

Heat index

December's average heat index is evaluated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Rocafuerte, in December, during 19.4 rainfall days, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rocafuerte, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.1 days and collects up to 544mm (21.42") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Rocafuerte, Ecuador, with an average of 12h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Rocafuerte, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:30 -05.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Rocafuerte. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during December is 29.2°C (84.6°F) and the low-temperature is 22.1°C (71.8°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).

In Rocafuerte, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.

In December, in Rocafuerte, the rain falls for 19.4 days. Throughout December, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is accumulated.

With an average of 12h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.

In Rocafuerte, Ecuador, the average day length in December is 12h and 11min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:30 -05.

In Rocafuerte, Ecuador, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

The months with the lowest UV index in Rocafuerte, Ecuador, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Rocafuerte, Ecuador, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rocafuerte, 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
Rocafuerte, 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
Rocafuerte, 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
Rocafuerte, 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
Rocafuerte, 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
Rocafuerte, 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
Rocafuerte, 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 6min).

  • 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
Rocafuerte, 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
Rocafuerte, 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
Rocafuerte, 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
Rocafuerte, 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).