December weather forecastCagayancillo, Philippines

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cagayancillo, is still a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29°C (84.2°F) and min 26.1°C (79°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 29°C (84.2°F), hardly diverging from November's 29.3°C (84.7°F). Cagayancillo's nocturnal readings in December exhibit minimal variation from the daytime temperatures, averaging at a still moderately hot 26.1°C (79°F).

Heat index

December's heat index is computed to be a torrid 35°C (95°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for 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.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

January, August, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Cagayancillo, in December, it is raining for 18.5 days, with typically 68mm (2.68") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 250 rainfall days, and 1360mm (53.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Cagayancillo, Philippines, the average seawater temperature in December is 28.3°C (82.9°F).
Note: Water temperatures ranging between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are regarded as very warm, making swimming, diving, and similar water activities pleasurable for extended periods.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Cagayancillo.
On the first day of December in Cagayancillo, Philippines, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 5:45 pm PST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Cagayancillo is 7.8h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index in Cagayancillo are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in December interprets into the following advice:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun 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. Warning! Sand and water reflections boost the intensity of UV exposure.