December weather forecastDapitan City, Philippines

December weather for Dapitan City, Philippines: December, the first month of the winter in Dapitan City, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.3°C (77.5°F) and an average high of 28.7°C (83.7°F). January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Dapitan City, Philippines.

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dapitan City, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.3°C (77.5°F) and an average high of 28.7°C (83.7°F).

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Dapitan City's average high-temperature is noted with the start of December, touching a still moderately hot 28.7°C (83.7°F) from November's 29°C (84.2°F). Dapitan City maintains an average of approximately a still warm 25.3°C (77.5°F) during December nights, with only a minimal decrease from the daytime temperature.

Heat index

During December, the heat index is estimated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, in Dapitan City, Philippines, the rain falls for 19.5 days. Throughout December, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is accumulated. In Dapitan City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 265.5 days and collects up to 947mm (37.28") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Dapitan City, the average seawater temperature in December is 28.3°C (82.9°F).
Note: In water activities such as swimming and diving, temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are deemed highly pleasurable for extended periods without any unease.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 5:38 pm PST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Dapitan City, Philippines, is 7.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Dapitan City are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index 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 maximum daily UV index, 7 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. 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. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take warning! Reflective sand and water surfaces intensify the Sun's UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in December, in Dapitan City, is 28.7°C (83.7°F), while the average low-temperature is 25.3°C (77.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in December is estimated at 34°C (93.2°F).

The average relative humidity in December in Dapitan City is 82%.

In Dapitan City, Philippines, in December, it is raining for 19.5 days, with typically 57mm (2.24") of accumulated precipitation.

In December, the average sea temperature in Dapitan City is 28.3°C (82.9°F). Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

December has the shortest days of the year in Dapitan City, Philippines, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.

In December, the average day length is 11h and 38min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 5:38 pm PST.

In Dapitan City, the average sunshine duration in December is 7.7h.

The months with the highest UV index in Dapitan City are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Dapitan City, Philippines.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Dapitan City, Philippines, is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dapitan City, Philippines

  • Average high temperature in December: 28.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (30.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (25.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (24.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Dapitan City, Philippines

  • Average pressure in December: 1009.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Dapitan City, Philippines

  • Average wind speed in December: 13.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Dapitan City, Philippines

  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Dapitan City, Philippines

  • Average rainfall in December: 57mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (135mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (39mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Dapitan City, Philippines

  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15.5 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Dapitan City, Philippines

  • Average sea temperature in December: 28.3°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are June, October and November (29.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (26.8°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dapitan City, Philippines

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dapitan City, Philippines

  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (8.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Dapitan City, Philippines

  • Average UV index in December: 7

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

Average cloud cover in December
Dapitan City, Philippines

  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Dapitan City, Philippines

  • 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).