December weather forecast
Río Indio, Panama

December, the first month of the winter in Río Indio, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 29.4°C (84.9°F) and 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

The beginning of December records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.4°C (84.9°F), almost echoing the conditions of the previous month. In December, the nighttime temperature in Río Indio lowers to an average of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is estimated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Río Indio is 82%.

Rainfall

In Río Indio, in December, during 18.4 rainfall days, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 247.4 rainfall days, and 1423mm (56.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Río Indio, Panama, is December, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of December, in Río Indio, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:12 EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.