Rounding up the final month of the year,
December in
San Fernando de Apure replicates the weather of
January. It is one of the driest months, with average rainfall dropping to 10mm (0.39") over approximately two days. The increased sunshine accentuates the city's beauty, making it an excellent time for sightseeing. With temperatures not deviating much from
November, visitors and locals can enjoy the pleasant warmth while soaking in the Maduro-painted landscapes. The city beautifully transitions into the New Year while maintaining comfortable weather conditions.
Temperature
Welcoming December, San Fernando de Apure notes an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.6°C (90.7°F), nearly consistent with November's 32.4°C (90.3°F). San Fernando de Apure records an average low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F) throughout the month of December.
Heat index
For December, the heat index is appraised at a blazing hot 45°C (113°F).
Take caution: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke may be imminent with ongoing effort.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.
Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 75.5%.
Rainfall
In San Fernando de Apure, during December, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 10mm (0.39") of precipitation. In San Fernando de Apure,
Venezuela, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121 days and collects up to 1349mm (53.11") of precipitation.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:23 -04.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 9.3h.