December weather forecastChichicastenango, Guatemala

December

Weather in December

December in Chichicastenango marks the return of a drier climate, with minimal rainfall decreasing further to a mere 19mm (0.75"). The cold creeps back into the landscape, announcing the year-end with a dip in temperature. The city parades a glorious amalgamation of mild sunlight, cool winds, and clear skies. Despite lower humidity and meager rainfall, the city sparkles under the winter sun, offering enriching experiences to locals and visitors alike. As the year folds, Chichicastenango radiates an intoxicating blend of sesons, providing a unique climatic end to the annual cycle.

Temperature

Chichicastenango marks the onset of December with an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 21.7°C (71.1°F), subtly divergent from November's 21.5°C (70.7°F). Chichicastenango sees an average low-temperature of 10.4°C (50.7°F) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Chichicastenango, in December, during 12.8 rainfall days, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chichicastenango, during the entire year, the rain falls for 263.6 days and collects up to 2061mm (81.14") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Chichicastenango, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 17:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 17:45 CST.

Sunshine

In Chichicastenango, the average sunshine in December is 7.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during December translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Chichicastenango, is 21.7°C (71.1°F), while the low-temperature averages to 10.4°C (50.7°F).

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

In Chichicastenango, Guatemala, in December, during 12.8 rainfall days, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

December has the shortest days of the year in Chichicastenango, Guatemala, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.

In December, the average day length in Chichicastenango, Guatemala, is 11h and 16min.

On the first day of December in Chichicastenango, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 17:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 17:45 CST.

In Chichicastenango, the average sunshine duration in December is 7.5h.

January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Chichicastenango.

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Chichicastenango, Guatemala, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Chichicastenango, Guatemala

  • Average high temperature in December: 21.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (23.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (20.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Chichicastenango, Guatemala

  • Average pressure in December: 1014.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1012.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Chichicastenango, Guatemala

  • Average wind speed in December: 6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (4.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Chichicastenango, Guatemala

  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Chichicastenango, Guatemala

  • Average rainfall in December: 19mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (372mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (14mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Chichicastenango, Guatemala

  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and October (29.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Chichicastenango, Guatemala

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Chichicastenango, Guatemala

  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (0.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Chichicastenango, Guatemala

  • Average UV index in December: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Chichicastenango, Guatemala

  • Average cloud cover in December: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
Chichicastenango, Guatemala

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, August, September and October (8km).