December weather forecast
Ban Boungmai, Laos

An echo of the January weather, December marks the close of the year in a mild, pleasant winter setting. The temperature drops to its lowest average, as the rainfall mimics January levels with an intriguing symmetry. The sun shines for significant hours per day, against a backdrop of moderately clouded skies. Humidity reaches a comfortable average, creating a congenial environment. With a modest wind presence and clearer skies, December in Ban Boungmai, Laos rounds off the year with a cooler, drier, and sunny weather.

Temperature

Ban Boungmai's December average high-temperature settles at a still hot 30.4°C (86.7°F), showing a near match with the preceding month. The average low-temperature, in December, is a comfortable 18.6°C (65.5°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is computed to be a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Ban Boungmai is 70%.

Rainfall

In Ban Boungmai, during December, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 6mm (0.24") of precipitation. In Ban Boungmai, during the entire year, the rain falls for 237.9 days and collects up to 1976mm (77.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ban Boungmai.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:25. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 17:37 +07.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Ban Boungmai is 7.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in December leads to these guidelines:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.