December weather forecast
Salinas, Ecuador

December

Weather in December

The year concludes on a wet note as December brings the peak of the rainy season to Salinas. The high precipitation merges with the moderately high temperatures, enhancing the humidity levels. The finale of the year eclipses with damp and humid conditions, painting a picture of the tropical seaside town. As the new year approaches, the weather pattern continues to revolve in its annual cycle, paving the way for identical weather trends in the upcoming year.

Temperature

The advent of December in Salinas, Ecuador, brings an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 13.1°C (55.6°F), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. In Salinas, in December, the average low-temperature is a frosty 6°C (42.8°F).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Salinas, Ecuador, during December, the rain falls for 27.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 155mm (6.1") of precipitation. In Salinas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 305.9 days and collects up to 1495mm (58.86") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, June through September and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow. Throughout the year, in Salinas, Ecuador, there are 2.6 snowfall days, and 16mm (0.63") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Salinas is December, with an average of 12h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:25 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Salinas is 8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Salinas in December?
The high-temperature during December is 13.1°C (55.6°F) and the low-temperature is 6°C (42.8°F).
What are the most humid months in Salinas?
The months with the highest humidity in Salinas are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%.
What is the average humidity in December in Salinas?
The average relative humidity in December in Salinas, Ecuador, is 85%.
How many days does it rain in December in Salinas?
In December, in Salinas, Ecuador, the rain falls for 27.6 days. Throughout December, 155mm (6.1") of precipitation is accumulated.
When does it start snowing in Salinas?
December is the first month it typically snows in Salinas. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow.
When are the longest days in Salinas?
The month with the longest days in Salinas, Ecuador, is December, with an average of 12h and 12min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Salinas have in December?
The average day length in December in Salinas is 12h and 12min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Salinas?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, in Salinas, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:25 -05.
How many hours of sunshine does Salinas have in December?
In Salinas, Ecuador, the average sunshine duration in December is 8h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Salinas?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the highest UV index.
When is the lowest UV index in Salinas?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Salinas.
What is the UV index reading in December in Salinas?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Salinas is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Salinas, Ecuador
Average temperature in December
Salinas, Ecuador
  • Average high temperature in December: 13.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (14°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (6.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.8°C).

Average pressure in December - Salinas, Ecuador
Average pressure in December
Salinas, Ecuador
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Salinas, Ecuador
Average wind speed in December
Salinas, Ecuador
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (10km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.5km/h).

Average humidity in December - Salinas, Ecuador
Average humidity in December
Salinas, Ecuador
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (77%).

Average rainfall in December - Salinas, Ecuador
Average rainfall in December
Salinas, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall in December: 155mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (199mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (46mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Salinas, Ecuador
Average rainfall days in December
Salinas, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall days in December: 27.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (30.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (19.2 days).

Average snowfall in December - Salinas, Ecuador
Average snowfall in December
Salinas, Ecuador
  • Average snowfall in December: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (9mm).
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Salinas, Ecuador
Average snowfall days in December
Salinas, Ecuador
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Salinas, Ecuador
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Salinas, Ecuador
  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 1min

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: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December - Salinas, Ecuador
Average sunshine days in December
Salinas, Ecuador
  • Average sunshine days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (4.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and November (0.5 days).

Average UV index in December - Salinas, Ecuador
Average UV index in December
Salinas, Ecuador
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December - Salinas, Ecuador
Average cloud cover in December
Salinas, Ecuador
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December - Salinas, Ecuador
Average visibility in December
Salinas, Ecuador
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are July, August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (8km).

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