December weather forecastCulion, Philippines

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Culion, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 27.5°C (81.5°F) and 28.9°C (84°F).

Temperature

The transition from November to December sees average high-temperatures adjusting to a still moderately hot 28.9°C (84°F), from a not significantly different 29.3°C (84.7°F). In Culion, December nights maintain a consistent temperature, with an average low of 27.5°C (81.5°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is computed to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Take extra safety measures to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Heatstroke could follow lengthy activity.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Culion, in December, it is raining for 15.1 days, with typically 78mm (3.07") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 208.3 rainfall days, and 1316mm (51.81") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Culion, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:46 pm PST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during December leads to these instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

December temperatures in Culion vary between a high-temperature of 28.9°C (84°F) and a low-temperature of 27.5°C (81.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in December is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F).

In Culion, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

In Culion, in December, during 15.1 rainfall days, 78mm (3.07") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.

The average day length in December is 11h and 27min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:46 pm PST.

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December is 7.1h.

January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

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

  • Average high temperature in December: 28.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (28°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (28.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (26.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Culion, Philippines

  • Average pressure in December: 1009.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1008.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Culion, Philippines

  • Average wind speed in December: 16.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (18.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.8km/h).

Average humidity in December
Culion, Philippines

  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Culion, Philippines

  • Average rainfall in December: 78mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (240mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (22mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Culion, Philippines

  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Culion, Philippines

  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (21.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and September (4.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Culion, Philippines

  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Culion, Philippines

  • Average cloud cover in December: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in December
Culion, Philippines

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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