December weather forecastGuzmán, Panama

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Guzmán, Panama, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.4°C (84.9°F) and an average low of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

Guzmán, Panama, signifies an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.4°C (84.9°F) in December, closely mirroring the 29.3°C (84.7°F) of November. December nights in Guzmán are marked by an average low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

December's mean heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Guzmán, Panama, is 82%.

Rainfall

In Guzmán, in December, it is raining for 18.4 days, with typically 55mm (2.17") of accumulated precipitation. In Guzmán, during the entire year, the rain falls for 247.4 days and collects up to 1423mm (56.02") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of December, in Guzmán, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:14 EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Guzmán, Panama, is 8.3h.

UV index

July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Guzmán. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.