December weather forecastEl Cacao, Panama
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in El Cacao, is still a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.7°C (74.7°F) and an average high of 28.7°C (83.7°F).Temperature
November and December mark El Cacao's lowest temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 28.7°C (83.7°F).Heat index
For most parts of December, the heat index is appraised at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in El Cacao is 86%.Rainfall
In El Cacao, Panama, in December, it is raining for 29 days, with typically 118mm (4.65") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 308.7 rainfall days, and 1598mm (62.91") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in El Cacao is December, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of December, in El Cacao, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:12 EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in El Cacao, Panama, 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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
El Cacao, 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 Cacao, 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 Cacao, 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 Cacao, 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 Cacao, 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 Cacao, 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 Cacao, 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 Cacao, 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 Cacao, 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 Cacao, 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 Cacao, 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).
