December weather forecastErmitaño, Philippines

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Ermitaño, Philippines, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.5°C (85.1°F) and 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Temperature

The transition from November to December sees an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. In Ermitaño, the nighttime temperature averages to a still warm 24.3°C (75.7°F) during December.

Heat index

The heat index for December is estimated at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Ermitaño, Philippines, is 77%.

Rainfall

In Ermitaño, during December, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 14mm (0.55") of precipitation. In Ermitaño, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.1 days and collects up to 342mm (13.46") 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, in Ermitaño, Philippines, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:37 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Ermitaño, the average sunshine in December is 6.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ermitaño, Philippines, are February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.