December weather forecastMatanao, Philippines

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Matanao, is still a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.6°C (72.7°F) and 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Temperature

In December, Matanao notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F), hardly different from the preceding month. Throughout December, the average low-temperature in Matanao records at an agreeable 22.6°C (72.7°F).

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is computed to be a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

In Matanao, Philippines, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Matanao, Philippines, during December, the rain falls for 20.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of precipitation. In Matanao, Philippines, during the entire year, the rain falls for 285.4 days and collects up to 1352mm (53.23") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 5:34 pm PST.

Sunshine

March, April, November and December, with an average of 9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in December leads to these guidelines:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Matanao, records 30.3°C (86.5°F), while the low-temperature is 22.6°C (72.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in December is computed to be 38°C (100.4°F).

In December, the average relative humidity in Matanao is 79%.

In Matanao, Philippines, during December, the rain falls for 20.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of precipitation.

December has the shortest days of the year in Matanao, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.

In Matanao, Philippines, the average day length in December is 11h and 44min.

On the first day of December in Matanao, Philippines, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 5:34 pm PST.

The months with the most sunshine in Matanao are March, April, November and December, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Matanao is 9h.

February through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Matanao is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Matanao, Philippines

  • Average high temperature in December: 30.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are April and May (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May and October (22.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (21.9°C).

Average pressure in December
Matanao, Philippines

  • Average pressure in December: 1009.2mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Matanao, Philippines

  • Average wind speed in December: 4.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (5.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (4.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Matanao, Philippines

  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Matanao, Philippines

  • Average rainfall in December: 68mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (165mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (51mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Matanao, Philippines

  • Average rainfall days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (16.3 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are March, April, November and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Matanao, Philippines

  • Average sunshine days in December: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (10.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Matanao, Philippines

  • Average UV index in December: 7

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

Average cloud cover in December
Matanao, Philippines

  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Matanao, Philippines

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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