December weather forecastSalawag, Philippines

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a warm month in Salawag, Philippines, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.5°C (76.1°F) and an average high of 29.4°C (84.9°F).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature registers at a warm 29.4°C (84.9°F), nearly identical to November's 30.2°C (86.4°F). Throughout December nights, Salawag records a consistent low-temperature averaging a still moderately hot 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is computed to be a torrid 35°C (95°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to 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.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

In Salawag, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Salawag, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Salawag, Philippines, there are 199.7 rainfall days, and 705mm (27.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.
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 6:20 am and sunset at 5:37 pm PST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During December, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.