December weather forecast
Rio Grande, Panama

December, the first month of the winter in Rio Grande, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.4°C (84.9°F) and an average low of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

The transition from November to December sees average high-temperatures adjusting to a still moderately hot 29.4°C (84.9°F), from a not significantly different 29.3°C (84.7°F). Rio Grande's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at an agreeable 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is computed to be a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Rio Grande, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Rio Grande, during December, the rain falls for 18.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 55mm (2.17") of precipitation. In Rio Grande, Panama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 247.4 days and collects up to 1423mm (56.02") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Rio Grande, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:14 EST.

Sunshine

In Rio Grande, the average sunshine in December is 8.3h.

UV index

July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Rio Grande. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.