December weather forecastCuscatancingo, El Salvador

Weather in December

Cuscatancingo welcomes December with considerably cooler weather. Temperatures drop further from November, providing a mild winter feel. The largely dry weather is accompanied by a decreased rainfall quantity of 6mm (0.24"). With the commencement of December, the city’s landscapes radiate a unique charm under the soft winter sunlight. Sending off the year with mild winter temperatures, Cuscatancingo bids farewell to the year with pleasant weather.

Temperature

Cuscatancingo records an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F) in December, maintaining a close correlation with November's 30.3°C (86.5°F). The nights of December anticipate an average low-temperature of 19.1°C (66.4°F).

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is appraised at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. 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. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Cuscatancingo is 69%.

Rainfall

In Cuscatancingo, during December, the rain falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6mm (0.24") of precipitation. In Cuscatancingo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 196.7 days and collects up to 1216mm (47.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Cuscatancingo, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:40 CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Cuscatancingo are January and December, with an average of 7.7h of sunshine.

UV index

May 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 risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in December translates into these instructions:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.