December weather forecastSangandaan, Philippines

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sangandaan, is still a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.5°C (85.1°F) and 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Temperature

December ushers in an average high-temperature of a warm 29.5°C (85.1°F), aligning closely with the preceding month. Throughout the month of December, Sangandaan observes an average nighttime temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

December's mean heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Sangandaan, Philippines, is 77%.

Rainfall

In Sangandaan, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 185 rainfall days, and 830mm (32.68") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Sangandaan is December, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Sangandaan, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:37 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Sangandaan is 6.6h.

UV index

February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Sangandaan, Philippines. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.