December weather forecastAlberttown, Guyana

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a warm month in Alberttown, Guyana, with an average temperature varying between 22.4°C (72.3°F) and 29.9°C (85.8°F).

Temperature

At the onset of December, Alberttown records an average high-temperature of a warm 29.9°C (85.8°F), showing little deviation from the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F) is anticipated throughout the nights in Alberttown during December.

Heat index

During December, the heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, 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 hold particular importance for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Alberttown is 84%.

Rainfall

In Alberttown, in December, it is raining for 29.1 days, with typically 138mm (5.43") of accumulated precipitation. In Alberttown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 312.9 days and collects up to 1254mm (49.37") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Alberttown, Guyana.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:48 -04.

Sunshine

In Alberttown, Guyana, the average sunshine in December is 6.7h.

UV index

January, February, May, June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Alberttown, Guyana. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during December translates into the following directions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.