December weather forecast
Punta Princesa, Philippines

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Punta Princesa, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.3°C (77.5°F) and an average high of 28.5°C (83.3°F).

Temperature

Punta Princesa marks the arrival of December with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.5°C (83.3°F), hardly different from November's 29.1°C (84.4°F). An average low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F), slightly less than the daytime peak, marks the month of December.

Heat index

The heat index value for December is calculated to be a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Punta Princesa, Philippines, is 81%.

Rainfall

In Punta Princesa, in December, during 22.6 rainfall days, 102mm (4.02") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 248.5 rainfall days, and 824mm (32.44") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Punta Princesa, Philippines.
On the first day of December in Punta Princesa, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 5:33 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 7.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Punta Princesa are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in December translates into these instructions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is December in Punta Princesa?
December temperatures in Punta Princesa vary between a high-temperature of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and a low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Punta Princesa?
In Punta Princesa, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.
How many days does it rain in December in Punta Princesa?
In Punta Princesa, in December, it is raining for 22.6 days, with typically 102mm (4.02") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the month with the shortest days in Punta Princesa?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 30min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Punta Princesa?
The average day length in December is 11h and 32min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Punta Princesa?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 5:33 pm PST.
How long on average sun shines in December in Punta Princesa?
In Punta Princesa, the average sunshine duration in December is 7.1h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Punta Princesa?
The months with the highest UV index in Punta Princesa are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
When is the lowest UV index in Punta Princesa?
The months with the lowest UV index in Punta Princesa, Philippines, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index reading in December in Punta Princesa?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Punta Princesa is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Punta Princesa, Philippines
Average temperature in December
Punta Princesa, Philippines
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (30.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (24.3°C).

Average pressure in December - Punta Princesa, Philippines
Average pressure in December
Punta Princesa, Philippines
  • Average pressure in December: 1009.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Punta Princesa, Philippines
Average wind speed in December
Punta Princesa, Philippines
  • Average wind speed in December: 14km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.5km/h).

Average humidity in December - Punta Princesa, Philippines
Average humidity in December
Punta Princesa, Philippines
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December - Punta Princesa, Philippines
Average rainfall in December
Punta Princesa, Philippines
  • Average rainfall in December: 102mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (116mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (34mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Punta Princesa, Philippines
Average rainfall days in December
Punta Princesa, Philippines
  • Average rainfall days in December: 22.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (17.2 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Punta Princesa, Philippines
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Punta Princesa, Philippines
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 3min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December - Punta Princesa, Philippines
Average sunshine days in December
Punta Princesa, Philippines
  • Average sunshine days in December: 5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (9.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (4 days).

Average UV index in December - Punta Princesa, Philippines
Average UV index in December
Punta Princesa, Philippines
  • Average UV index in December: 7

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

Average cloud cover in December - Punta Princesa, Philippines
Average cloud cover in December
Punta Princesa, Philippines
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December - Punta Princesa, Philippines
Average visibility in December
Punta Princesa, Philippines
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

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