December weather forecast
Toabré, Panama

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Toabré, Panama, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.3°C (72.1°F) and max 29.4°C (84.9°F).

Temperature

The onset of December marks an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.4°C (84.9°F), hardly differing from November's 29.3°C (84.7°F). During December, Toabré consistently records a temperature low averaging a pleasant 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. 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. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Toabré, the rain falls for 18.4 days. Throughout December, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is accumulated. In Toabré, 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, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:13 EST.

Sunshine

In Toabré, 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. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in December interprets into the following advice:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.