December weather forecast
Malanday, Philippines

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Malanday, Philippines, 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

Malanday's shift from November to December is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F), a slight deviation from 30.5°C (86.9°F). December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is appraised at a very hot 35°C (95°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. 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 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Malanday, Philippines, is 77%.

Rainfall

In Malanday, in December, during 7.2 rainfall days, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Malanday, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.1 days and collects up to 342mm (13.46") 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 6:04 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:36 pm PST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Malanday, Philippines. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.