December weather forecastPasirkupa, Indonesia

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a hot month in Pasirkupa, Indonesia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.4°C (86.7°F) and an average low of 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Temperature

The commencement of December notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.4°C (86.7°F), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Heat index

December's average heat index is calculated to be a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

In Pasirkupa, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Pasirkupa, in December, during 27.5 rainfall days, 156mm (6.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Pasirkupa, there are 292.5 rainfall days, and 1468mm (57.8") 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 the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of December, in Pasirkupa, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:13 WIB.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is December, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine.

UV index

February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.