December weather forecastGatuncillo, Panama

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gatuncillo, is still a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.9°C (75°F) and max 29°C (84.2°F).

Temperature

December's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29°C (84.2°F), hardly different from the previous month. Throughout the December nights, Gatuncillo encounters a low-temperature of 23.9°C (75°F).

Heat index

December's mean heat index is appraised at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

In Gatuncillo, Panama, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Gatuncillo, in December, during 25.3 rainfall days, 131mm (5.16") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gatuncillo, there are 282 rainfall days, and 1912mm (75.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of December, in Gatuncillo, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:09 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Gatuncillo are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Gatuncillo are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. 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. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.

Updated: Feb 2, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Gatuncillo, is 29°C (84.2°F), while the low-temperature averages to 23.9°C (75°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in December is appraised at 36°C (96.8°F).

In December, the average relative humidity in Gatuncillo, Panama, is 85%.

In Gatuncillo, during December, the rain falls for 25.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 131mm (5.16") of precipitation.

With an average of 11h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Gatuncillo, Panama.

The average day length in December in Gatuncillo is 11h and 36min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, in Gatuncillo, Panama, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:09 EST.

The average sunshine duration in December in Gatuncillo, Panama, is 7h.

The months with the highest UV index in Gatuncillo, Panama, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The months with the lowest UV index in Gatuncillo are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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28.7°C

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29.7°C

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0.8

3.1

10.8

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Average temperature in December
Gatuncillo, Panama

Average high temperature in December: 29°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (30.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are October and November (28.7°C).

Average low temperature in December: 23.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (24.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (23.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Gatuncillo, 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 (1009.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Gatuncillo, Panama

Average wind speed in December: 9.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and September (6.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Gatuncillo, Panama

Average humidity in December: 85%

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
Gatuncillo, Panama

Average rainfall in December: 131mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (273mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (14mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Gatuncillo, Panama

Average rainfall days in December: 25.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.6 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gatuncillo, Panama

Average daylight in December: 11h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gatuncillo, Panama

Average sunshine days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (10.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Gatuncillo, Panama

Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).