December weather forecastBoca de Cupe, Panama
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Boca de Cupe, Panama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.8°C (73°F) and 29.7°C (85.5°F).Temperature
The lowest level of Boca de Cupe's temperatures is noted during March and December, averaging a high-temperature of 29.7°C (85.5°F).Heat index
The heat index value for December is appraised at a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.
Humidity
In Boca de Cupe, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.Rainfall
In Boca de Cupe, in December, it is raining for 28.3 days, with typically 162mm (6.38") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 331.3 rainfall days, and 2112mm (83.15") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:03 EST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are April, July, September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Boca de Cupe, Panama
- Average high temperature in December: 29.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.6°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are March and December (29.7°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 22.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is November (22.7°C).
Average pressure in December
Boca de Cupe, Panama
- Average pressure in December: 1009.5mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1010.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.5mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Boca de Cupe, Panama
- Average wind speed in December: 5.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and June (5.2km/h).
Average humidity in December
Boca de Cupe, Panama
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
Average rainfall in December
Boca de Cupe, Panama
- Average rainfall in December: 162mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (232mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (69mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Boca de Cupe, Panama
- Average rainfall days in December: 28.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (29.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (23.8 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Boca de Cupe, Panama
- Average daylight in December: 11h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Boca de Cupe, Panama
- Average sunshine days in December: 2.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (3.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (1.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Boca de Cupe, Panama
- Average UV index in December: 7
The months with the highest UV index are April, July, September and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, May, June, August, October and November (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Boca de Cupe, Panama
- Average cloud cover in December: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
Average visibility in December
Boca de Cupe, Panama
- Average visibility in December: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, July, August, September, October and November (7km).
