December weather forecast
Cañas Gordas, Panama

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Cañas Gordas, Panama, with an average temperature varying between 28.6°C (83.5°F) and 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Temperature

During December, the average high-temperature is a still moderately hot 28.6°C (83.5°F), maintaining a close resemblance to that of the preceding month. Throughout the month of December, Cañas Gordas sees a steady low-temperature average of 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. 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 quite important for babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Cañas Gordas, during December, the rain falls for 25.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 105mm (4.13") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 309.5 rainfall days, and 2106mm (82.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:23 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9.2h.

UV index

January, February, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. 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. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in December?
The high-temperature during December is 28.6°C (83.5°F) and the low-temperature is 20.8°C (69.4°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Cañas Gordas?
In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.
How much does it rain in Cañas Gordas in December?
In December, the rain falls for 25.8 days. Throughout December, 105mm (4.13") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December?
The average day length in December is 11h and 38min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:23 EST.
How long on average sun shines in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 9.2h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
January, February, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in December in Cañas Gordas?
In Cañas Gordas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Cañas Gordas, Panama
Average temperature in December
Cañas Gordas, Panama
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (27.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (22.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°C).

Average pressure in December - Cañas Gordas, Panama
Average pressure in December
Cañas Gordas, Panama
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Cañas Gordas, Panama
Average wind speed in December
Cañas Gordas, Panama
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5km/h).

Average humidity in December - Cañas Gordas, Panama
Average humidity in December
Cañas Gordas, Panama
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and November (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

Average rainfall in December - Cañas Gordas, Panama
Average rainfall in December
Cañas Gordas, Panama
  • Average rainfall in December: 105mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (286mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (34mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Cañas Gordas, Panama
Average rainfall days in December
Cañas Gordas, Panama
  • Average rainfall days in December: 25.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (30.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.3 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cañas Gordas, Panama
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cañas Gordas, Panama
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December - Cañas Gordas, Panama
Average sunshine days in December
Cañas Gordas, Panama
  • Average sunshine days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (9.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.1 days).

Average UV index in December - Cañas Gordas, Panama
Average UV index in December
Cañas Gordas, Panama
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are March, April and May (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December - Cañas Gordas, Panama
Average cloud cover in December
Cañas Gordas, Panama
  • Average cloud cover in December: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December - Cañas Gordas, Panama
Average visibility in December
Cañas Gordas, Panama
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and April (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (8km).

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