December weather forecast
Gariche, Panama

December, the first month of the winter in Gariche, is still a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.6°C (85.3°F) and an average low of 21.7°C (71.1°F).

Temperature

Gariche's shift from November to December is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.6°C (85.3°F), a slight deviation from 28.8°C (83.8°F). In the month of December, Gariche's average low-temperature falls to an agreeable 21.7°C (71.1°F).

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is computed to be a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Gariche, in December, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 62mm (2.44") of accumulated precipitation. In Gariche, during the entire year, the rain falls for 217.9 days and collects up to 1377mm (54.21") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:23 EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9.3h.

UV index

August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.