December weather forecastNombre de Dios, Panama

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a warm month in Nombre de Dios, Panama, with an average temperature varying between 24.9°C (76.8°F) and 27.8°C (82°F).

Temperature

Nombre de Dios notes the coldest temperatures in December, with a high average of 27.8°C (82°F) and a low of 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during December is estimated at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). One might feel worn out with persistent exposure and activity, resulting in heat cramps.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Nombre de Dios, during December, the rain falls for 25 days and regularly aggregates up to 89mm (3.5") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 266.8 rainfall days, and 1014mm (39.92") 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 December, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:08 EST.

Sunshine

In Nombre de Dios, Panama, the average sunshine in December is 6.3h.

UV index

October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during December translates into the following guidance:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

December, characterized by an average high temperature of 27.8°C (82°F) and a low temperature of 24.9°C (76.8°F), is generally the coldest month.

In December, in Nombre de Dios, the average high-temperature is 27.8°C (82°F), and the average low-temperature is 24.9°C (76.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in December is estimated at 32°C (89.6°F).

The average relative humidity in December in Nombre de Dios, Panama, is 84%.

In Nombre de Dios, in December, it is raining for 25 days, with typically 89mm (3.5") of accumulated precipitation.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.

In Nombre de Dios, Panama, the average day length in December is 11h and 35min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:08 EST.

In Nombre de Dios, Panama, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.3h.

October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Nombre de Dios is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Nombre de Dios, Panama

  • Average high temperature in December: 27.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (29.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (24.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Nombre de Dios, Panama

  • Average pressure in December: 1010.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1011.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1009.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Nombre de Dios, Panama

  • Average wind speed in December: 11.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (15.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Nombre de Dios, Panama

  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Nombre de Dios, Panama

  • Average rainfall in December: 89mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (144mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (17mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Nombre de Dios, Panama

  • Average rainfall days in December: 25 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15.2 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Nombre de Dios, Panama

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Nombre de Dios, Panama

  • Average sunshine days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (9.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Nombre de Dios, Panama

  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December
Nombre de Dios, Panama

  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in December
Nombre de Dios, Panama

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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