December weather forecast
Dosmond, French Guiana

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Dosmond, French Guiana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and an average low of 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Temperature

The beginning of December records an average high-temperature of a warm 28.8°C (83.8°F), marking a negligible difference from November's 30.8°C (87.4°F). The nights of December in Dosmond anticipate a slight dip from daytime high temperatures, settling to an average low-temperature of 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during December is estimated at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In Dosmond, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Dosmond, during December, the rain falls for 25.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 204mm (8.03") of precipitation. In Dosmond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 277 days and collects up to 1707mm (67.2") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Dosmond, with an average of 11h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:30 -03.

Sunshine

In Dosmond, French Guiana, the average sunshine in December is 7.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Dosmond are January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during December translates into these guidelines:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.