December weather forecastBallesteros, Philippines

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ballesteros, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.6°C (78.1°F) and 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.6°C (78.1°F), hardly diverging from November's 27.5°C (81.5°F). December nights witness a mild cool down to an average low of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 86%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Ballesteros, Philippines, in December, during 26.5 rainfall days, 245mm (9.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 284.5 rainfall days, and 1949mm (76.73") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 26.8°C (80.2°F).
Note: Swimming, diving, and other water activities in the temperature range of 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and comfortable for prolonged durations.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:28 pm PST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during December leads to these advisories:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be vigilant! The Sun's UV rays get a boost from sand and water reflections.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Ballesteros, is 25.6°C (78.1°F), while the low-temperature averages to 23.3°C (73.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in November is estimated at 31°C (87.8°F).

The most humid month in Ballesteros is December, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

In December, the rain falls for 26.5 days. Throughout December, 245mm (9.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Ballesteros, Philippines, the average seawater temperature in December is 26.8°C (80.2°F). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 6min of daylight.

In December, the average day length is 11h and 3min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:28 pm PST.

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

In Ballesteros, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

In Ballesteros, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ballesteros, Philippines

  • Average high temperature in December: 25.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.5°C).

Average pressure in December
Ballesteros, Philippines

  • Average pressure in December: 1014.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1006.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Ballesteros, Philippines

  • Average wind speed in December: 16.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (9.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Ballesteros, Philippines

  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Ballesteros, Philippines

  • Average rainfall in December: 245mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (269mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (57mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Ballesteros, Philippines

  • Average rainfall days in December: 26.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (18.8 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Ballesteros, Philippines

  • Average sea temperature in December: 26.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is June (29.6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (25.9°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ballesteros, Philippines

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ballesteros, Philippines

  • Average sunshine days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (9.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Ballesteros, Philippines

  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Ballesteros, Philippines

  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Ballesteros, Philippines

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June and July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August, September, October, November and December (9km).