December weather forecast
Poka, Indonesia

The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Poka, Indonesia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and an average high of 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Temperature

December is the warmest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 29.5°C (85.1°F) at the peak and 27.3°C (81.1°F) at the base.

Heat index

The average heat index in December is evaluated at a torrid 35°C (95°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 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Poka, Indonesia, are November and December, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Poka, Indonesia, in December, during 27.1 rainfall days, 131mm (5.16") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Poka, Indonesia, there are 289 rainfall days, and 1570mm (61.81") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 18min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:40 WIT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Poka is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Poka are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in December translates into the following instructions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.