December weather forecastTuro, Philippines

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Turo, Philippines, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.5°C (74.3°F) and max 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

Turo, Philippines, greets December with an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. During December, Turo experiences an average low-temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F) at night.

Heat index

In December, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Turo is 78%.

Rainfall

In Turo, in December, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 54mm (2.13") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 245.4 rainfall days, and 1578mm (62.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:37 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Turo, the average sunshine in December is 6.6h.

UV index

January, July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Turo. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during December leads to these instructions:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.