December weather forecast
El María, Panama

December, the first month of the winter in El María, is a tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 21.4°C (70.5°F) and 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Temperature

December's weather displays an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F), slightly varied from November's 29.5°C (85.1°F). An average temperature of 21.4°C (70.5°F) is recorded during the nights in December.

Heat index

The heat index value during December is estimated at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in El María is 83%.

Rainfall

In El María, in December, during 20.6 rainfall days, 121mm (4.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In El María, during the entire year, the rain falls for 269.3 days and collects up to 2235mm (87.99") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in El María, 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 El María, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:19 EST.

Sunshine

In El María, the average sunshine in December is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in El María are July, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. 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. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.