December weather forecastNew Bataan, Philippines

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in New Bataan, Philippines, with an average temperature ranging between max 27.6°C (81.7°F) and min 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Temperature

In December, New Bataan notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.6°C (81.7°F), hardly different from the preceding month. New Bataan sees a gentle drop from the daily peak temperature in December, with an average low settling at a still moderately hot 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

December's average heat index is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). A sense of exhaustion might occur with extended exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In New Bataan, Philippines, during December, the rain falls for 25.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 160mm (6.3") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 308 rainfall days, and 1498mm (58.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 5:29 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 8.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in December translates into these instructions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.

Updated: Jun 6, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 27.6°C (81.7°F) and 23.8°C (74.8°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in December is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

In New Bataan, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

In December, the rain falls for 25.8 days. Throughout December, 160mm (6.3") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

The average day length in December is 11h and 41min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 5:29 pm PST.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 8.2h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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2.9

0.9

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Average temperature in December
New Bataan, Philippines

Average high temperature in December: 27.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.6°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (26.8°C).

Average low temperature in December: 23.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (22.9°C).

Average pressure in December
New Bataan, Philippines

Average pressure in December: 1009.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.1mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are July, November and December (1009.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
New Bataan, Philippines

Average wind speed in December: 9.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (6.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
New Bataan, Philippines

Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
New Bataan, Philippines

Average rainfall in December: 160mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (279mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (73mm).

Average rainfall days in December
New Bataan, Philippines

Average rainfall days in December: 25.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (23.9 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Bataan, Philippines

Average daylight in December: 11h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

Average sunshine in December: 8h and 12min

The months with the most sunshine are September and October (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Bataan, Philippines

Average sunshine days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0.9 days).

Average UV index in December
New Bataan, Philippines

Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December
New Bataan, Philippines

Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
New Bataan, Philippines

Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).