December weather forecastCiudad Piar, Venezuela

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ciudad Piar, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.1°C (73.6°F) and max 31.6°C (88.9°F).

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 31.6°C (88.9°F) and a low of 23.1°C (73.6°F), December is regarded as the coldest month.

Heat index

December's heat index is appraised at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. 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 extremely significant for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Ciudad Piar, in December, it is raining for 19.6 days, with typically 40mm (1.57") of accumulated precipitation. In Ciudad Piar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 230.3 days and collects up to 942mm (37.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:07 -04.

Sunshine

In Ciudad Piar, the average sunshine in December is 6.6h.

UV index

January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during December translates into these guidelines:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Frequently asked questions

In Ciudad Piar, December is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 31.6°C (88.9°F) and a low of 23.1°C (73.6°F).

The average high-temperature, in December, in Ciudad Piar, is 31.6°C (88.9°F), while the average low-temperature is 23.1°C (73.6°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 40°C (104°F).

In December, the average relative humidity in Ciudad Piar, Venezuela, is 73%.

In Ciudad Piar, in December, during 19.6 rainfall days, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

With an average of 11h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

In December, the average day length is 11h and 42min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:07 -04.

In Ciudad Piar, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.6h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Ciudad Piar is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ciudad Piar, Venezuela

  • Average high temperature in December: 31.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (34.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (31.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (24.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°C).

Average pressure in December
Ciudad Piar, Venezuela

  • Average pressure in December: 1011.4mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1012.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Ciudad Piar, Venezuela

  • Average wind speed in December: 12.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (15.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Ciudad Piar, Venezuela

  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (58%).

Average rainfall in December
Ciudad Piar, Venezuela

  • Average rainfall in December: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (190mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (13mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Ciudad Piar, Venezuela

  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (27.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (8.8 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ciudad Piar, Venezuela

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ciudad Piar, Venezuela

  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (2.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Ciudad Piar, Venezuela

  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Ciudad Piar, Venezuela

  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are June and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Ciudad Piar, Venezuela

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August, September, October and November (9km).