December weather forecastPunta Hermosa, Peru
December
Weather in December
In December, Punta Hermosa, Peru, experiences a further increase in average temperatures, rising from 17.8°C (64°F) to 21°C (69.8°F). The city also witnesses an increase in rainfall, with the total monthly volume shooting up to 5mm (0.2"), hinting at the return of the rainy season. This month features plenty of sunshine hours, coupled with high daylight exposure as the year ends. Additionally, sea temperatures are once again conducive for swimming activities, rounding off the year on a warm and pleasant note.Temperature
As Punta Hermosa steps into December, the average high-temperature is measured at a still pleasant 21°C (69.8°F), displaying minor differences from November's 20.1°C (68.2°F). In Punta Hermosa, December's low temperatures hover around an enjoyable 17.8°C (64°F), reflecting a minor decrease from the daytime highs.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.Rainfall
In Punta Hermosa, Peru, in December, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 5mm (0.2") of accumulated precipitation. In Punta Hermosa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 52 days and collects up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In Punta Hermosa, in December, the average water temperature is 19.3°C (66.7°F).Note: Swimming in 19.3°C (66.7°F) is not an enjoyable experience for most. Breathing becomes progressively more challenging as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
With an average of 12h and 48min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:35 -05.
Sunshine
In Punta Hermosa, the average sunshine in December is 11.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Punta Hermosa, Peru, are April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in December leads to these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Average temperature in December
Punta Hermosa, Peru
- Average high temperature in December: 21°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (23.1°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are August and September (18.6°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 17.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (14.4°C).
Average pressure in December
Punta Hermosa, Peru
- Average pressure in December: 1014.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.7mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Punta Hermosa, Peru
- Average wind speed in December: 12.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (10.3km/h).
Average humidity in December
Punta Hermosa, Peru
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Punta Hermosa, Peru
- Average rainfall in December: 5mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (9mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May, June, July, August and September (1mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Punta Hermosa, Peru
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Punta Hermosa, Peru
- Average sea temperature in December: 19.3°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are February and March (20.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (15.8°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Punta Hermosa, Peru
- Average daylight in December: 12h and 48min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 11h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Punta Hermosa, Peru
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (26.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Punta Hermosa, Peru
- Average UV index in December: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February and March (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in December
Punta Hermosa, Peru
- Average cloud cover in December: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in December
Punta Hermosa, Peru
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
