December weather forecast
Valle Nuevo, Honduras

December, the first month of the winter in Valle Nuevo, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.1°C (68.2°F) and 32°C (89.6°F).

Temperature

Valle Nuevo marks the arrival of December with an average high-temperature of a still hot 32°C (89.6°F), hardly different from November's 31.5°C (88.7°F). The low-temperature in Valle Nuevo averages to an agreeable 20.1°C (68.2°F) during the nights of December.

Heat index

The heat index value for December is estimated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 65%.

Rainfall

In Valle Nuevo, in December, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 5mm (0.2") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 188.2 rainfall days, and 954mm (37.56") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:21. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 17:34 CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Valle Nuevo are January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during December leads to these advisories:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.