December weather forecast
Papelon, Venezuela

December, the first month of the winter in Papelon, is still a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.6°C (88.9°F) and min 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Temperature

The shift into December reveals an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.6°C (88.9°F), closely mirroring November's climate. Throughout December, the average low-temperature records at an agreeable 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Heat index

December's heat index is evaluated at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 66%.

Rainfall

In Papelon, in December, during 12.9 rainfall days, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 205.2 rainfall days, and 1034mm (40.71") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:29 -04.

Sunshine

In Papelon, the average sunshine in December is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. 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.