December weather forecast
Albina, Suriname

Closing the year in Albina, Suriname, December manifests as a month with average rainfall of 84mm (3.31") and persistent high temperatures. The lower daylight hours correspond with the onset of the supposed 'winter' season. Amidst the tropical climatic conditions, December stands out with its blend of decreased sunshine time and increased rainfall totals, hence marking the commencement of a more wet season. Looking forward to January, similar conditions can be expected to carry on, thus the cycle of weather patterns restarts.

Temperature

December's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.2°C (86.4°F), hardly different from the previous month. During the month of December, an average temperature of 22.7°C (72.9°F) is noted during the nights.

Heat index

The heat index in December is calculated to be a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Albina is 83%.

Rainfall

In Albina, in December, it is raining for 21.9 days, with typically 84mm (3.31") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 253 rainfall days, and 878mm (34.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:33 -03.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during December leads to these advisories:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.