December weather forecast
El Prado, Panama

December, the first month of the winter in El Prado, is a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.3°C (86.5°F) and an average low of 21.4°C (70.5°F).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, El Prado's average high-temperature registers at a tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F), indicating a subtle variation from the previous month. An average low-temperature of 21.4°C (70.5°F) marks the month of December.

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is calculated to be a blistering 40°C (104°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important 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.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. When the air contains significant moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process decreases, preventing the body from cooling down effectively and creating a feeling of overheating. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

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, in El Prado, there are 269.3 rainfall days, and 2235mm (87.99") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in El Prado, 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.

Sunshine

In El Prado, Panama, the average sunshine in December 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 health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during December morphs into the following directions:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.