December weather forecast
Sekong, Indonesia

December, the first month of the summer in Sekong, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.4°C (86.7°F) and min 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Temperature

With the onset of December, a modest change to a still hot 30.4°C (86.7°F) from November's 31.2°C (88.2°F) is noted in high-temperature. Sekong's average low-temperature in December is measured at a moderately hot 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Sekong, during December, the rain falls for 27.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 156mm (6.14") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 291.3 rainfall days, and 1460mm (57.48") 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 05:30 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:13 WIB.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9.1h.

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 health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.