December weather forecastDepok, Indonesia

Weather in December

December continues the trend of increased rainfall, with a total of 172mm (6.77") falling over approximately 27.5 days of the month. It is considered one of the wettest months of the year. The sunshine duration decreases as the cloud cover persists, reducing daylight hours slightly. The city witnesses a reduction in wind speeds throughout the month. Despite the heavy rainfall, the temperature remains constant, contributing to a mild climate in Depok.

Temperature

December experiences an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.2°C (86.4°F), barely different from November's 31°C (87.8°F). December registers an average low temperature of 25.2°C (77.4°F), subtly lower than the daytime maximum.

Heat index

For December, the heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical 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.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Depok, during December, the rain falls for 27.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 172mm (6.77") of precipitation. In Depok, during the entire year, the rain falls for 244.1 days and collects up to 1214mm (47.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:10 WIB.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 8.4h of sunshine.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.