December weather forecast
Santa Lucia, Ecuador

December, the first month of the summer in Santa Lucia, is still a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.9°C (71.4°F) and 29.2°C (84.6°F).

Temperature

The commencement of December brings an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F), marking an inconsequential divergence from November. During December, Santa Lucia experiences an average low-temperature of 21.9°C (71.4°F) at night.

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is computed to be a very hot 35°C (95°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

In Santa Lucia, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Santa Lucia, in December, it is raining for 25.9 days, with typically 227mm (8.94") of accumulated precipitation. In Santa Lucia, Ecuador, during the entire year, the rain falls for 294.5 days and collects up to 1962mm (77.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Santa Lucia.
On the first day of December in Santa Lucia, Ecuador, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:29 -05.

Sunshine

In Santa Lucia, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in December transforms into this advice:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. 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. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.