December weather forecastMakinabang, Philippines

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Makinabang, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°C (85.5°F) and 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Temperature

As Makinabang transitions into December, the average high-temperature stands at a warm 29.7°C (85.5°F), offering little variation from the preceding month. Makinabang records a consistent low-temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F) during December nights.

Heat index

During December, the heat index is computed to be a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical 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 particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Makinabang, in December, during 14.1 rainfall days, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Makinabang, during the entire year, the rain falls for 226.4 days and collects up to 1001mm (39.41") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:37 pm PST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Makinabang is 6.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

December temperatures in Makinabang, Philippines, vary between a high-temperature of 29.7°C (85.5°F) and a low-temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in December is computed to be 37°C (98.6°F).

The average relative humidity in December in Makinabang, Philippines, is 80%.

In Makinabang, during December, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation.

With an average of 11h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Makinabang.

In Makinabang, the average day length in December is 11h and 16min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, in Makinabang, Philippines, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:37 pm PST.

The average sunshine duration in December in Makinabang, Philippines, is 6.5h.

January, July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Makinabang, Philippines.

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Makinabang, Philippines, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Makinabang, Philippines

  • Average high temperature in December: 29.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (34.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (24.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°C).

Average pressure in December
Makinabang, Philippines

  • Average pressure in December: 1011.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1007.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Makinabang, Philippines

  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (5.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Makinabang, Philippines

  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Makinabang, Philippines

  • Average rainfall in December: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (176mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (12mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Makinabang, Philippines

  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (28 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Makinabang, Philippines

  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are February and March (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (1.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Makinabang, Philippines

  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December
Makinabang, Philippines

  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Makinabang, Philippines

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July, August, September, October and November (8km).