December weather forecastMiagao, Philippines

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Miagao, Philippines, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.1°C (84.4°F) and 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Miagao notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.1°C (84.4°F), closely following the trend of the preceding month. Miagao's December nights witness minimal differential from the daytime temperatures, with averages of 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Heat index

December's mean heat index is computed to be a very hot 35°C (95°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Miagao, Philippines, during December, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 62mm (2.44") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 221.6 rainfall days, and 1256mm (49.45") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Miagao, Philippines.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 5:39 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Miagao, the average sunshine in December is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Miagao. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.