December weather forecastFranquia, Uruguay

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is a hot month in Franquia, Uruguay, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.7°C (65.7°F) and 31.2°C (88.2°F).

Temperature

December brings a slight rise in Franquia's average high-temperature, moving from a warm 28.2°C (82.8°F) in November to a tropical 31.2°C (88.2°F). December presents a sharp fall from Franquia's daytime highs to an average low-temperature of 18.7°C (65.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index for December is appraised at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 66%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.5 days and typically aggregates up to 110mm (4.33") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 14h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 19:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 19:55 -03.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Franquia is December, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during December leads to these instructions:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during December is 31.2°C (88.2°F) and the low-temperature is 18.7°C (65.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in December is appraised at 37°C (98.6°F).

In Franquia, the average relative humidity in December is 66%.

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.5 days and typically aggregates up to 110mm (4.33") of precipitation.

In Franquia, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 110mm (4.33") of accumulated precipitation.

With an average of 14h and 6min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.

The average day length in December is 14h and 3min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 19:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 19:55 -03.

With an average of 10.7h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year.

The average sunshine duration in December is 10.7h.

The months with the highest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

28.2°C

31.2°C

32.6°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12.7km/h

11.9km/h

11.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

18.5

17.7

17.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Franquia, Uruguay

Average high temperature in December: 31.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (32.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (17.2°C).

Average low temperature in December: 18.7°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Franquia, Uruguay

Average pressure in December: 1009.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Franquia, Uruguay

Average wind speed in December: 10.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (12.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (9.5km/h).

Average humidity in December
Franquia, Uruguay

Average humidity in December: 66%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Franquia, Uruguay

Average rainfall in December: 110mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (110mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (45mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Franquia, Uruguay

Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (8.8 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Franquia, Uruguay

Average daylight in December: 14h and 6min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

Average sunshine in December: 10h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Franquia, Uruguay

Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Franquia, Uruguay

Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is May (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Franquia, Uruguay

Average cloud cover in December: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are January, March and November (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Franquia, Uruguay

Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (7km).