December weather forecast
Dégrad Limaroula, French Guiana

December, the first month of the winter in Dégrad Limaroula, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.5°C (76.1°F) and max 28.8°C (83.8°F).

Temperature

As December takes its course, Dégrad Limaroula's average high-temperature registers at a warm 28.8°C (83.8°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. Consistently, Dégrad Limaroula reports average nighttime temperatures of 24.5°C (76.1°F) during December, a marginal step down from its daytime highs.

Heat index

December's average heat index is appraised at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Dégrad Limaroula is 83%.

Rainfall

In Dégrad Limaroula, during December, the rain falls for 25.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 204mm (8.03") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dégrad Limaroula, there are 277 rainfall days, and 1707mm (67.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:29 -03.

Sunshine

In Dégrad Limaroula, the average sunshine in December is 7.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.