December weather forecastLa Yeguada, Panama

Weather in December

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

Temperature

The onset of December brings an average high-temperature of a hot 30.3°C (86.5°F), nearly matching the November temperature. An average low-temperature of 21.4°C (70.5°F) is anticipated throughout the nights during December.

Heat index

The heat index for December is calculated to be a blistering 40°C (104°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in La Yeguada is 83%.

Rainfall

In La Yeguada, Panama, in December, during 20.6 rainfall days, 121mm (4.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in La Yeguada, there are 269.4 rainfall days, and 2272mm (89.45") 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 06:22 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:15 EST.

Sunshine

In La Yeguada, the average sunshine in December is 8.7h.

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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. 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. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.