December weather forecastSanta Rita, Philippines

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Santa Rita, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.3°C (84.7°F) and an average low of 24.2°C (75.6°F).

Temperature

As Santa Rita welcomes December, the average high-temperature is noted at a still warm 29.3°C (84.7°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. Santa Rita, during the nights of December, experiences an average temperature drop to a still moderately hot 24.2°C (75.6°F).

Heat index

December's average heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, in Santa Rita, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 58mm (2.28") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Santa Rita, there are 237.5 rainfall days, and 1892mm (74.49") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Santa Rita.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:38 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Santa Rita, the average sunshine in December is 7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Santa Rita during December are 29.3°C (84.7°F) and 24.2°C (75.6°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in December is calculated to be 35°C (95°F).

In Santa Rita, Philippines, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

In Santa Rita, Philippines, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 58mm (2.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

With an average of 11h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

In December, the average day length in Santa Rita is 11h and 16min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:38 pm PST.

In Santa Rita, the average sunshine duration in December is 7h.

The months with the highest UV index are February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Santa Rita, Philippines, is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Santa Rita, Philippines

  • Average high temperature in December: 29.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (23°C).

Average pressure in December
Santa Rita, Philippines

  • Average pressure in December: 1011.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1007.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Santa Rita, Philippines

  • Average wind speed in December: 12.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8km/h).

Average humidity in December
Santa Rita, Philippines

  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Santa Rita, Philippines

  • Average rainfall in December: 58mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (424mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (16mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Santa Rita, Philippines

  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (29.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Santa Rita, Philippines

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Santa Rita, Philippines

  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (1.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Santa Rita, Philippines

  • Average UV index in December: 7

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

Average cloud cover in December
Santa Rita, Philippines

  • Average cloud cover in December: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Santa Rita, Philippines

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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