December weather forecastChichica, Panama

December weather forecast for Chichica, Panama: The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Chichica, Panama, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.8°C (83.8°F) and min 22°C (71.6°F). In December, the average heat index, which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F).

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Chichica, Panama, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.8°C (83.8°F) and min 22°C (71.6°F).

Temperature

December denotes a minimal variation in the average high-temperature to a still moderately hot 28.8°C (83.8°F) from November's 28°C (82.4°F). During December, Chichica records an average temperature of 22°C (71.6°F) at night.

Heat index

For December, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 16.9 days. Throughout December, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 265.2 rainfall days, and 1776mm (69.92") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:19 EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9.3h.

UV index

May, 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 health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during December translates into the following directions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Chichica, is 28.8°C (83.8°F), while the low-temperature averages to 22°C (71.6°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F).

In Chichica, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

In December, the rain falls for 16.9 days. Throughout December, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is accumulated.

With an average of 11h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

In Chichica, the average day length in December is 11h and 39min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:19 EST.

In Chichica, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.3h.

May, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Chichica, Panama

  • Average high temperature in December: 28.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (31.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (27.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (23.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (22°C).

Average pressure in December
Chichica, Panama

  • Average pressure in December: 1010.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Chichica, Panama

  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Chichica, Panama

  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (63%).

Average rainfall in December
Chichica, Panama

  • Average rainfall in December: 51mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (303mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (12mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Chichica, Panama

  • Average rainfall days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Chichica, Panama

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 36min

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 18min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Chichica, Panama

  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (0.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Chichica, Panama

  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December
Chichica, Panama

  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
Chichica, Panama

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).