December weather forecast
Simpang Pulai, Malaysia

December, the first month of the winter in Simpang Pulai, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and an average low of 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Temperature

Temperature records mark December as the coldest month, with highs averaging 28.6°C (83.5°F) and lows at 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is computed to be a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In Simpang Pulai, during December, the rain falls for 29.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 264mm (10.39") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Simpang Pulai, there are 329.7 rainfall days, and 2674mm (105.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Simpang Pulai, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:14 pm +08.

Sunshine

November and December, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, May, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in December translates into these instructions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.