December weather forecastEl Prado, Panama

December

Weather in December

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

Temperature

During December, El Prado observes a subtle ascent to a tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F) from November's 29.5°C (85.1°F) in the average high-temperature. An average low-temperature of 21.4°C (70.5°F) is noted during the month of December.

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is estimated at a blistering 40°C (104°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

In El Prado, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In El Prado, during December, the rain falls for 20.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 121mm (4.76") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 269.3 rainfall days, and 2235mm (87.99") of precipitation is accumulated.

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, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:18 EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during December leads to these advisories:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in December, in El Prado, is 30.3°C (86.5°F) and the average low-temperature is 21.4°C (70.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in December is estimated at 40°C (104°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

In El Prado, in December, it is raining for 20.6 days, with typically 121mm (4.76") of accumulated precipitation.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.

In El Prado, the average day length in December is 11h and 40min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:18 EST.

In El Prado, Panama, the average sunshine duration in December is 8.8h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
El Prado, 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
El Prado, 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
El Prado, 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
El Prado, 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
El Prado, 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
El Prado, 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
El Prado, 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
El Prado, 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
El Prado, 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
El Prado, 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
El Prado, 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).