December weather forecast
Durigua, Venezuela

The first month of the winter, December, is also a hot month in Durigua, Venezuela, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.5°C (68.9°F) and 30.7°C (87.3°F).

Temperature

Durigua's shift into December sets the average high-temperature at a still tropical 30.7°C (87.3°F), a figure that deviates only slightly from November's 30.5°C (86.9°F). Throughout the month of December, Durigua witnesses an average low-temperature of 20.5°C (68.9°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in December is evaluated at a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Durigua, Venezuela, the average relative humidity in December is 70%.

Rainfall

In Durigua, in December, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 37mm (1.46") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Durigua, there are 214.9 rainfall days, and 900mm (35.43") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Durigua is December, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of December, in Durigua, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:27 -04.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 8.9h.

UV index

May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Durigua. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during December leads to these advisories:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.