December weather forecast
Sapotille, French Guiana

December, the first month of the winter in Sapotille, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.7°C (72.9°F) and max 30.2°C (86.4°F).

Temperature

December registers an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.2°C (86.4°F), slightly varied from November's 32.4°C (90.3°F). During the month of December, an average low-temperature of 22.7°C (72.9°F) is recorded in Sapotille.

Heat index

The heat index for December is appraised at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sapotille, during December, the rain falls for 21.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 84mm (3.31") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sapotille, there are 253 rainfall days, and 878mm (34.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sapotille, French Guiana.
On the first day of December in Sapotille, French Guiana, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:32 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Sapotille is 6.6h.

UV index

January through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Sapotille. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during December leads to these instructions:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.