December weather forecastGovernor Light, Guyana

Weather in December

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

Temperature

The arrival of December sees an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.9°C (85.8°F), hardly diverging from November's 31.5°C (88.7°F). An average low-temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F) is noted during the nights in December in Governor Light.

Heat index

In December, the heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Governor Light, Guyana, is 84%.

Rainfall

In Governor Light, in December, during 29.1 rainfall days, 138mm (5.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Governor Light, 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 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:47 -04.

Sunshine

In Governor Light, 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. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.