December weather forecast
Los Naranjos, Panama

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Los Naranjos, Panama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.8°C (83.8°F) and 22°C (71.6°F).

Temperature

Los Naranjos starts December with an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.8°C (83.8°F), a minor shift from November's 28°C (82.4°F). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 22°C (71.6°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in December is evaluated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°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. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.

Humidity

In Los Naranjos, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Los Naranjos, during December, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation. In Los Naranjos, during the entire year, the rain falls for 265.2 days and collects up to 1776mm (69.92") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Los Naranjos is December, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:21 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9.3h.

UV index

May, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during December morphs into the following directions:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in December?
The average high-temperature, in December, in Los Naranjos, is 28.8°C (83.8°F), while the average low-temperature is 22°C (71.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in December is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Los Naranjos?
The average relative humidity in December is 75%.
How much does it rain in December?
In Los Naranjos, during December, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation.
What is the month with the shortest days?
December has the shortest days of the year in Los Naranjos, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December?
The average day length in December is 11h and 37min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:21 EST.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In Los Naranjos, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.3h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
May, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Los Naranjos, Panama.
What is the UV index intensity in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Los Naranjos, Panama
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (31.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (27.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (23.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (22°C).

Average pressure in December
Los Naranjos, Panama
  • Average pressure in December: 1010.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Los Naranjos, Panama
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Los Naranjos, Panama
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (63%).

Average rainfall in December
Los Naranjos, Panama
  • Average rainfall in December: 51mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (303mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (12mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Los Naranjos, Panama
  • Average rainfall days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Los Naranjos, Panama
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Los Naranjos, Panama
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (0.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Los Naranjos, Panama
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, June, July and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, August, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Los Naranjos, Panama
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
Los Naranjos, Panama
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).

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