December weather forecastVentanas, Ecuador

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a tropical month in Ventanas, Ecuador, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.9°C (87.6°F) and 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Temperature

December's weather displays an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.9°C (87.6°F), slightly varied from November's 31.8°C (89.2°F). The temperature lowers to an average of 22.1°C (71.8°F) during December nights.

Heat index

The heat index value during December is estimated at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle 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 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

In Ventanas, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Ventanas, during December, the rain falls for 23.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 180mm (7.09") of precipitation. In Ventanas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 296.9 days and collects up to 2322mm (91.42") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:27 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6h.

UV index

February through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Ventanas. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.