December weather forecastParakan, Indonesia

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a hot month in Parakan, Indonesia, with an average temperature varying between 31.1°C (88°F) and 23.9°C (75°F).

Temperature

Parakan greets December with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.1°C (88°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. Throughout December, the average low-temperature dips to a moderately hot 23.9°C (75°F).

Heat index

For December, the heat index is estimated at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In Parakan, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Parakan, in December, during 26.1 rainfall days, 177mm (6.97") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 251.9 rainfall days, and 1387mm (54.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Parakan, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 17:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 17:58 WIB.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Parakan is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Parakan are February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.