December weather forecastEl Rodeo, Guatemala

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in El Rodeo, Guatemala, with an average temperature varying between 29.8°C (85.6°F) and 22.2°C (72°F).

Temperature

December's presence marks an average high-temperature of a warm 29.8°C (85.6°F), subtly varied from November's 30.3°C (86.5°F). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 22.2°C (72°F) in El Rodeo, Guatemala.

Heat index

The average heat index in December is appraised at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

In El Rodeo, the average relative humidity in December is 66%.

Rainfall

In El Rodeo, during December, the rain falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation. In El Rodeo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 226.8 days and collects up to 1216mm (47.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in El Rodeo, Guatemala, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 17:49 CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in El Rodeo are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in El Rodeo. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.

Frequently asked questions

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and a low-temperature of 22.2°C (72°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in December is appraised at 34°C (93.2°F).

In December, the average relative humidity in El Rodeo is 66%.

In El Rodeo, Guatemala, in December, during 6.7 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

With an average of 11h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in El Rodeo, Guatemala.

The average day length in December is 11h and 16min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 17:49 CST.

In December, the average sunshine duration in El Rodeo, Guatemala, is 7.6h.

The months with the highest UV index in El Rodeo, Guatemala, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The months with the lowest UV index in El Rodeo, Guatemala, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
El Rodeo, Guatemala

  • Average high temperature in December: 29.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (29.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (25.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (22.2°C).

Average pressure in December
El Rodeo, Guatemala

  • Average pressure in December: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
El Rodeo, Guatemala

  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
El Rodeo, Guatemala

  • Average humidity in December: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (63%).

Average rainfall in December
El Rodeo, Guatemala

  • Average rainfall in December: 15mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (244mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (6mm).

Average rainfall days in December
El Rodeo, Guatemala

  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
El Rodeo, 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 36min

The months with the most sunshine are May and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
El Rodeo, Guatemala

  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (0.6 days).

Average UV index in December
El Rodeo, Guatemala

  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in December
El Rodeo, Guatemala

  • Average cloud cover in December: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in December
El Rodeo, Guatemala

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and August (9km).