December weather forecast
Las Minas, Panama

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

Temperature

Las Minas indicates an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F) in December, showing minor variation from November's 29.5°C (85.1°F). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 21.4°C (70.5°F) is expected in Las Minas.

Heat index

December's average heat index is evaluated at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Las Minas, in December, during 20.6 rainfall days, 121mm (4.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Las Minas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 269.3 days and collects up to 2235mm (87.99") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:16 EST.

Sunshine

In Las Minas, 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 in Las Minas. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.