December weather forecastMangahan, Philippines

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Mangahan, Philippines, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.1°C (84.4°F) and 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a warm 29.1°C (84.4°F) from November's 30°C (86°F). Mangahan navigates through December with a barely noticeable decrease in temperature at night, stabilizing at a still moderately hot 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Mangahan, in December, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 53mm (2.09") of accumulated precipitation. In Mangahan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 203.7 days and collects up to 849mm (33.43") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Mangahan.
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 5:37 pm PST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.