December weather forecast
Punta de Mata, Venezuela

December, the first month of the winter in Punta de Mata, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30°C (86°F) and 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in December, averaging 30°C (86°F) and a minimum average of 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index for December is calculated to be a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

November and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Punta de Mata, in December, it is raining for 26.1 days, with typically 47mm (1.85") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 285.3 rainfall days, and 879mm (34.61") 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 Punta de Mata, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:04 -04.

Sunshine

In Punta de Mata, the average sunshine in December is 6.4h.

UV index

January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.