December weather forecastPicota, Peru

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Picota, Peru, with an average temperature ranging between min 20°C (68°F) and max 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

Picota's shift into December sets the average high-temperature at a moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F), a figure that deviates only slightly from November's 30.8°C (87.4°F). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 20°C (68°F) is experienced.

Heat index

In December, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Picota, in December, it is raining for 22.2 days, with typically 92mm (3.62") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Picota, Peru, there are 246.6 rainfall days, and 1162mm (45.75") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 30min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:24 -05.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during December translates into these guidelines:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.