December weather forecastMonjarás, Panama

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is a hot month in Monjarás, Panama, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.3°C (86.5°F) and an average low of 21.4°C (70.5°F).

Temperature

Monjarás records an average high-temperature of a hot 30.3°C (86.5°F) in December, maintaining a close correlation with November's 29.5°C (85.1°F). During the month of December, Monjarás's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 21.4°C (70.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for December is calculated to be a blistering 40°C (104°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly important for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Monjarás, Panama, in December, it is raining for 20.6 days, with typically 121mm (4.76") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 269.3 rainfall days, and 2235mm (87.99") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of December, in Monjarás, Panama, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:16 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are July, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.