December weather forecastBignay, Philippines

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Bignay, Philippines, with an average temperature varying between 23.3°C (73.9°F) and 29.4°C (84.9°F).

Temperature

The onset of December brings an average high-temperature of a warm 29.4°C (84.9°F), nearly matching the November temperature. Throughout the month of December, Bignay witnesses an average low-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

December's average heat index is computed to be a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout December, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is accumulated. In Bignay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.3 days and collects up to 895mm (35.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Bignay is December, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:37 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Bignay, the average sunshine in December is 6.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.