December weather forecast
Tacaná, Guatemala

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a warm month in Tacaná, Guatemala, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and an average low of 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). During December, Tacaná witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 22.2°C (72°F).

Heat index

December's average heat index is computed to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 17:48 CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Tacaná is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. 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.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Tacaná during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Tacaná, is 29.8°C (85.6°F), while the low-temperature averages to 22.2°C (72°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in December is computed to be 34°C (93.2°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Tacaná?

The average relative humidity in December is 66%.

How many days does it rain in December in Tacaná?

In December, in Tacaná, Guatemala, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Tacaná?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Tacaná?

In December, the average day length in Tacaná, Guatemala, is 11h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Tacaná?

On the first day of December in Tacaná, Guatemala, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 17:48 CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Tacaná have in December?

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

When is the highest UV index in Tacaná?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Tacaná?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Tacaná?

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

Average temperature in December - Tacaná, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Tacaná, Guatemala

Average pressure in December - Tacaná, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Tacaná, Guatemala

Average wind speed in December - Tacaná, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Tacaná, Guatemala

Average humidity in December - Tacaná, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Tacaná, Guatemala

Average rainfall in December - Tacaná, 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).

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Average rainfall days in December
Tacaná, Guatemala

Average rainfall days in December - Tacaná, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tacaná, Guatemala
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Tacaná, Guatemala

Average sunshine days in December - Tacaná, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Tacaná, Guatemala

Average UV index in December - Tacaná, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Tacaná, Guatemala

Average cloud cover in December - Tacaná, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Tacaná, Guatemala

Average visibility in December - Tacaná, 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).

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