December weather forecast
Aurora, Suriname

December marks the end of the year with a significant increase in rainfall to 114mm (4.49"), thus breaking the dry-spell persisting in Aurora, Suriname since September. Temperatures categorically continue their descent, moving towards cooler climatic conditions. Correspondingly, relative humidity indicates a rise, complementing the increased rainfall data. Wind patterns, however, adhere to their consistent graph, maintaining their stability throughout the year. Importantly, December's weather profile unfurls distinct changes in rainfall and temperature characteristics, ringing in cooler and wetter conditions to close the year.

Temperature

Entering December in Aurora, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still hot 30.3°C (86.5°F), exhibiting a minimal shift from November's 33°C (91.4°F). December nights in Aurora are marked by an average low-temperature of 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for December is evaluated at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Aurora is 84%.

Rainfall

In Aurora, in December, it is raining for 25.4 days, with typically 114mm (4.49") of accumulated precipitation. In Aurora, during the entire year, the rain falls for 282.4 days and collects up to 1313mm (51.69") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Aurora, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:41 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.2h.

UV index

January, March, May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Aurora, Suriname. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.