December weather forecastRanong, Thailand

Weather in December

Finally, in December, Ranong finds itself on the drier side of the year. With an average rainfall standing only at 46mm (1.81"), Ranong welcomes one of its driest periods. As the year draws to a close, temperatures settle to provide milder days with cooler nights, subtly announcing the return of January’s climatic conditions. Meanwhile, a decrease in daylight hours anticipates the forthcoming year's weather pattern. To sum it up, December wraps up the year in Ranong, setting the stage for the subsequent yearly weather cycle.

Temperature

With December's arrival, Ranong's weather records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.7°C (89.1°F), marking little difference from November's 31.4°C (88.5°F). Ranong records an average low of 22.4°C (72.3°F) throughout the nights in December.

Heat index

During December, the heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Ranong, in December, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 46mm (1.81") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 199 rainfall days, and 4067mm (160.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ranong, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:15 +07.