December weather forecast
Tucutí, Panama

December, the first month of the winter in Tucutí, is still a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.8°C (73°F) and an average high of 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

Tucutí's coldest season falls during March and December, averaging a high-temperature of 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Tucutí, in December, it is raining for 28.3 days, with typically 162mm (6.38") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Tucutí, there are 331.3 rainfall days, and 2112mm (83.15") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Tucutí.
On the first day of December in Tucutí, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:05 EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Tucutí, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Tucutí, Panama, are April, July, September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.