December weather forecast
Iturbe, Paraguay

The first month of the summer, December, is also a hot month in Iturbe, Paraguay, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.2°C (70.2°F) and max 32.2°C (90°F).

Temperature

During December, Iturbe observes a subtle ascent to a still hot 32.2°C (90°F) from November's 30.6°C (87.1°F) in the average high-temperature. Iturbe experiences an average low-temperature reading of 21.2°C (70.2°F) throughout December.

Heat index

The heat index value during December is appraised at a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). Remain cautious: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are foreseeable. Ongoing activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. 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 quite important for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Iturbe, in December, during 18.1 rainfall days, 91mm (3.58") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Iturbe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.5 days and collects up to 885mm (34.84") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Iturbe, Paraguay, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 19:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 19:41 -03.

Sunshine

November and December, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in December leads to these recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.