December weather forecast
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

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Weather in December

The year concludes in Santa Cruz del Quiche with the dry season fully arriving, witnessed by the lowest rainfall of 19mm recorded in December. The notable drop from November's 66mm comes with fewer rainy days, enabling the city to enjoy sustained dry periods. The temperature bands remain moderate, consistent with the average values observed during the year. The wind speeds show a marginal increase, adding a refreshing briskness to the weather. Wrapping up, the weather in Santa Cruz del Quiche promises a pleasant December with comfortable temperatures and a lower likelihood of rainfall making it an ideal time for outdoor activities.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala, is a still agreeable 21.7°C in December, hardly different from the 21.5°C recorded in November. In Santa Cruz del Quiché, December's nights observe an average temperature dip to a fresh 10.4°C.

Humidity

In Santa Cruz del Quiché, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, in Santa Cruz del Quiché, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 19mm of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 263.6 rainfall days, and 2061mm of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

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

The average sunshine in December is 7.5h.

UV index

January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Santa Cruz del Quiché. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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FAQ

What are December temperatures in Santa Cruz del Quiché?

During December, Santa Cruz del Quiché experiences an average high-temperature of 21.7°C and a low-temperature of 10.4°C.

What is the average humidity in December in Santa Cruz del Quiché?

In Santa Cruz del Quiché, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Santa Cruz del Quiché?

In Santa Cruz del Quiché, in December, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 19mm of accumulated precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Santa Cruz del Quiché?

The month with the shortest days in Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala, is December, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Santa Cruz del Quiché have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Santa Cruz del Quiché?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 17:32. On the last day of the month, in Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 17:45 CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Santa Cruz del Quiché?

In Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala, the average sunshine duration in December is 7.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Santa Cruz del Quiché?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Santa Cruz del Quiché?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average temperature in December - Santa Cruz del Quiché, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average pressure in December - Santa Cruz del Quiché, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average wind speed in December - Santa Cruz del Quiché, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average humidity in December - Santa Cruz del Quiché, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average rainfall in December - Santa Cruz del Quiché, 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).

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Average rainfall days in December
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average rainfall days in December - Santa Cruz del Quiché, 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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 2min

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 3min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average sunshine days in December - Santa Cruz del Quiché, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average UV index in December - Santa Cruz del Quiché, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average cloud cover in December - Santa Cruz del Quiché, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average visibility in December - Santa Cruz del Quiché, 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).

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Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

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