December weather forecastTagapo, Philippines

December

Weather in December

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

Temperature

The onset of December notes an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.4°C (84.9°F), subtly shifted from November's 30°C (86°F). During the nights in December, the temperature averages to a still warm 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is calculated to be a very hot 35°C (95°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Tagapo, during December, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Tagapo, 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 Tagapo.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of December, in Tagapo, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:37 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Tagapo, the average sunshine in December is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Tagapo are January, August and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.

Frequently asked questions

During December, Tagapo experiences an average high-temperature of 29.4°C (84.9°F) and a low-temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in December is calculated to be 35°C (95°F).

The average relative humidity in December in Tagapo, Philippines, is 78%.

In Tagapo, Philippines, during December, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.

The month with the shortest days in Tagapo is December, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.

The average day length in December is 11h and 18min.

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.

In Tagapo, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.3h.

January, August and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Tagapo.

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Tagapo is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Tagapo, Philippines

  • Average high temperature in December: 29.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (32.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (25.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (23°C).

Average pressure in December
Tagapo, Philippines

  • Average pressure in December: 1011.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1007.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Tagapo, Philippines

  • Average wind speed in December: 12.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Tagapo, Philippines

  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Tagapo, Philippines

  • Average rainfall in December: 33mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (181mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (4mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Tagapo, Philippines

  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Tagapo, 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: 6h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tagapo, Philippines

  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (23.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (3.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Tagapo, Philippines

  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December
Tagapo, Philippines

  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Tagapo, Philippines

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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