December weather forecastPalas, Indonesia
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the summer in Palas, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.6°C (87.1°F) and an average low of 23.5°C (74.3°F).Temperature
The weather during December records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.6°C (87.1°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. In Palas, the average low-temperature during the month of December is a moderately hot 23.5°C (74.3°F).Heat index
In December, the average heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.
Humidity
In Palas, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.Rainfall
In Palas, in December, it is raining for 29.5 days, with typically 198mm (7.8") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 296.2 rainfall days, and 1712mm (67.4") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 12h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:13 WIB.
Sunshine
In Palas, the average sunshine in December is 8.5h.UV index
February 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: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during December translates into the following directions:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed 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. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Palas, Indonesia
- Average high temperature in December: 30.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and July (30.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 23.5°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are April and December (23.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.9°C).
Average pressure in December
Palas, Indonesia
- Average pressure in December: 1009.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1011mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.2mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Palas, Indonesia
- Average wind speed in December: 5.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (6.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (5km/h).
Average humidity in December
Palas, Indonesia
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and May (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (78%).
Average rainfall in December
Palas, Indonesia
- Average rainfall in December: 198mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (240mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (42mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Palas, Indonesia
- Average rainfall days in December: 29.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (16.3 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Palas, Indonesia
- Average daylight in December: 12h and 24min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in December: 8h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Palas, Indonesia
- Average sunshine days in December: 0.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (10.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (0.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Palas, Indonesia
- Average UV index in December: 7
The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Palas, Indonesia
- Average cloud cover in December: 52
The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Palas, Indonesia
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July and August (8km).
