The first month of the winter,
December, is also a moderately hot month in
Pattani,
Thailand, with an average temperature varying between 23°C (73.4°F) and 29.6°C (85.3°F).
Temperature
In Pattani, the lowest average temperatures are observed in December, with a high of 29.6°C (85.3°F) and a low of 23°C (73.4°F).
Heat index
For December, the heat index is computed to be a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.
Humidity
In Pattani, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.
Rainfall
In Pattani, in December, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 378mm (14.88") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 141 rainfall days, and 1865mm (73.43") of precipitation is accumulated.
Sea temperature
In Pattani, in December, the average water temperature is 28.4°C (83.1°F).
Note: Water temperatures ranging between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are regarded as very warm, making swimming, diving, and similar water activities pleasurable for extended periods.
Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Pattani is December, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:09 +07.