December weather forecastCerro Plata, Panama
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is a tropical month in Cerro Plata, Panama, with an average temperature varying between 30.3°C (86.5°F) and 21.4°C (70.5°F).Temperature
As December unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a hot 30.3°C (86.5°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. In Cerro Plata, December nights witness a steady temperature drop to an agreeable 21.4°C (70.5°F).Heat index
In December, the heat index is calculated to be a scorching 40°C (104°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.
Humidity
In Cerro Plata, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.Rainfall
In Cerro Plata, during December, the rain falls for 20.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 121mm (4.76") of precipitation. In Cerro Plata, during the entire year, the rain falls for 269.3 days and collects up to 2235mm (87.99") of precipitation.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 06:24 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of December, in Cerro Plata, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:18 EST.
Sunshine
In Cerro Plata, the average sunshine in December is 8.8h.UV index
July, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in December translates into the following instructions:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Cerro Plata, Panama
- Average high temperature in December: 30.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (34.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (29.2°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 21.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (23.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°C).
Average pressure in December
Cerro Plata, Panama
- Average pressure in December: 1010.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.9mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Cerro Plata, Panama
- Average wind speed in December: 5.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (4.2km/h).
Average humidity in December
Cerro Plata, Panama
- Average humidity in December: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August, September and October (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (65%).
Average rainfall in December
Cerro Plata, Panama
- Average rainfall in December: 121mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (309mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (11mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Cerro Plata, Panama
- Average rainfall days in December: 20.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (31 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cerro Plata, 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: 8h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Cerro Plata, Panama
- Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is February (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (0.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Cerro Plata, Panama
- Average UV index in December: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July, August, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Cerro Plata, Panama
- Average cloud cover in December: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 18).
Average visibility in December
Cerro Plata, Panama
- Average visibility in December: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August, September, October and November (6km).
