December weather forecastAssagao, India

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a hot month in Assagao, India, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.2°C (73.8°F) and 32.1°C (89.8°F).

Temperature

The transition into December marks the average high-temperature at a still hot 32.1°C (89.8°F), differing minimally from November's 32.3°C (90.1°F). During the nights in December, Assagao observes an average low-temperature of 23.2°C (73.8°F).

Heat index

During December, the heat index is computed to be a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for 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.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

In Assagao, India, in December, during 3.4 rainfall days, 5mm (0.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Assagao, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.8 days and collects up to 1612mm (63.46") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Assagao, India, is December, with an average of 11h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:14 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Assagao is 9.9h.

UV index

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.