December weather forecastDoña Aurora, Philippines

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Doña Aurora, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.3°C (75.7°F) and an average high of 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Temperature

December's advent notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F) from November. An average nighttime temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F) is observed during December.

Heat index

The heat index value during December is appraised at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. 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. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Doña Aurora, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 45mm (1.77") of accumulated precipitation. In Doña Aurora, Philippines, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.8 days and collects up to 836mm (32.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days 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 December, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Doña Aurora, Philippines, are February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during December leads to these advisories:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.