December weather forecastSabaneta, Ecuador

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a hot month in Sabaneta, Ecuador, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.9°C (87.6°F) and min 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature for December is a still hot 30.9°C (87.6°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. Sabaneta's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be a pleasant 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index for December is evaluated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:27 -05.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.