December weather forecast
Nueva, Philippines

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Nueva, Philippines, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.3°C (75.7°F) and an average high of 29.4°C (84.9°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December sees an average high-temperature of a warm 29.4°C (84.9°F), hardly diverging from November's 30°C (86°F). Nueva's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 24.3°C (75.7°F) during the nights of December.

Heat index

The average heat index in December is appraised at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Nueva, in December, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 33mm (1.3") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.9 rainfall days, and 852mm (33.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Nueva, Philippines.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:37 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Nueva are January, August and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. 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. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.