December weather forecast
Datu Paglas, Philippines

December, the first month of the winter in Datu Paglas, is still a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 21°C (69.8°F) and max 31.1°C (88°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature in December, at a still hot 31.1°C (88°F), reveals a modest deviation from November's 31.3°C (88.3°F). Datu Paglas, in December, experiences an average temperature of 21°C (69.8°F) at night.

Heat index

December's mean heat index is evaluated at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Datu Paglas, Philippines, is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, in Datu Paglas, the rain falls for 23.5 days. Throughout December, 90mm (3.54") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 310 rainfall days, and 1713mm (67.44") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Datu Paglas is December, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 5:35 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Datu Paglas, the average sunshine in December is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Datu Paglas are February through May, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.