December weather forecastPantanaw, Myanmar

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a hot month in Pantanaw, Myanmar, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.8°C (87.4°F) and 20.4°C (68.7°F).

Temperature

With the transition into December, Pantanaw notes an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), closely resembling November. Pantanaw, in December, experiences an average temperature of 20.4°C (68.7°F) at night.

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is appraised at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In Pantanaw, the average relative humidity in December is 63%.

Rainfall

In Pantanaw, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pantanaw, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.9 days and collects up to 784mm (30.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Pantanaw, with an average of 11h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:32. On the last day of December, in Pantanaw, Myanmar, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 17:45 +0630.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Pantanaw is 7.4h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Pantanaw is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.