December weather forecast
Cárdenas, Nicaragua

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Weather in December

In December, Cárdenas concludes the year with a pleasant weather scene. The substantial drop in rainfall to 30mm (1.18"), coupled with moderate temperatures, celebrates the gradual return of drier conditions. Although the wind velocity remains consistent, it poses little disruption to outdoor activities. The decreasing cloud cover reveals brighter days and clearer skies, offering splendid views of the cityscape. As residents and visitors alike prepare to welcome the new year, the balmy weather condition sets up an amiable atmosphere for celebrations.

Temperature

In Cárdenas, the lowest average temperatures are observed in December, with a high of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and a low of 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in December is calculated to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Cárdenas is 74%.

Rainfall

In Cárdenas, in December, it is raining for 20.1 days, with typically 30mm (1.18") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Cárdenas, there are 237.9 rainfall days, and 717mm (28.23") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:29 CST.

Sunshine

In Cárdenas, the average sunshine in December is 7.9h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during December leads to these advisories:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Cárdenas?

The month of December sees the average lowest temperatures in Cárdenas, reaching 28.8°C (83.8°F) at the peak and 24.3°C (75.7°F) at the low.

How hot does it get in Cárdenas in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Cárdenas, Nicaragua, are 28.8°C (83.8°F) and 24.3°C (75.7°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in December is calculated to be 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Cárdenas?

In December, the average relative humidity in Cárdenas, Nicaragua, is 74%.

How much does it rain in Cárdenas in December?

In Cárdenas, in December, it is raining for 20.1 days, with typically 30mm (1.18") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cárdenas?

December has the shortest days of the year in Cárdenas, Nicaragua, with an average of 11h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Cárdenas?

In December, the average day length in Cárdenas, Nicaragua, is 11h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Cárdenas?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:29 CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cárdenas have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Cárdenas is 7.9h.

When is the highest UV index in Cárdenas?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Cárdenas?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Cárdenas, Nicaragua.

What is the UV index reading in December in Cárdenas?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Cárdenas, Nicaragua

Average temperature in December - Cárdenas, Nicaragua
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February and December (24.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Cárdenas, Nicaragua

Average pressure in December - Cárdenas, Nicaragua
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Cárdenas, Nicaragua

Average wind speed in December - Cárdenas, Nicaragua
  • Average wind speed in December: 23.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (26.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (12.3km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Cárdenas, Nicaragua

Average humidity in December - Cárdenas, Nicaragua
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Cárdenas, Nicaragua

Average rainfall in December - Cárdenas, Nicaragua
  • Average rainfall in December: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (151mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (7mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Cárdenas, Nicaragua

Average rainfall days in December - Cárdenas, Nicaragua
  • Average rainfall days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (27.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (10.6 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cárdenas, Nicaragua

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cárdenas, Nicaragua
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Cárdenas, Nicaragua

Average sunshine days in December - Cárdenas, Nicaragua
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (13.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Cárdenas, Nicaragua

Average UV index in December - Cárdenas, Nicaragua
  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

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Average cloud cover in December
Cárdenas, Nicaragua

Average cloud cover in December - Cárdenas, Nicaragua
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in December
Cárdenas, Nicaragua

Average visibility in December - Cárdenas, Nicaragua
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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