December weather forecastEl Arado, Panama

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in El Arado, is still a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.7°C (83.7°F) and 23.7°C (74.7°F).

Temperature

El Arado witnesses its lowest temperatures in November and December, reaching an average of 28.7°C (83.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index for December is estimated at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids frequently ignore the importance of taking a break and rehydrating. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during long-lasting physical activities.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

In El Arado, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In El Arado, during December, the rain falls for 29 days and regularly aggregates up to 118mm (4.65") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in El Arado, there are 308.7 rainfall days, and 1598mm (62.91") 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 December in El Arado, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:10 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 7h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during December translates into the following guidance:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.

Frequently asked questions

During November and December, El Arado experiences its coldest period, with an average high-temperature of 28.7°C (83.7°F).

The high-temperature, in December, in El Arado, records 28.7°C (83.7°F), while the low-temperature is 23.7°C (74.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in December is estimated at 35°C (95°F).

In El Arado, Panama, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

In December, the rain falls for 29 days. Throughout December, 118mm (4.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

The month with the shortest days in El Arado is December, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.

In El Arado, the average day length in December is 11h and 37min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, in El Arado, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:10 EST.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

December is the month with the lowest UV index in El Arado, Panama, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In El Arado, Panama, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
El Arado, Panama

  • Average high temperature in December: 28.7°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (30.7°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are November and December (28.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (24.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (23.4°C).

Average pressure in December
El Arado, Panama

  • Average pressure in December: 1010mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1011mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
El Arado, Panama

  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
El Arado, Panama

  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and November (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (77%).

Average rainfall in December
El Arado, Panama

  • Average rainfall in December: 118mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (209mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (17mm).

Average rainfall days in December
El Arado, Panama

  • Average rainfall days in December: 29 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15.3 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
El Arado, 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: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
El Arado, Panama

  • Average sunshine days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (8.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.3 days).

Average UV index in December
El Arado, Panama

  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December
El Arado, Panama

  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are July, November and December (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in December
El Arado, Panama

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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