December weather forecastUrumaco, Venezuela
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Urumaco, Venezuela, with an average temperature varying between 29.5°C (85.1°F) and 26.3°C (79.3°F).Temperature
Urumaco's shift from November to December is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F), a slight deviation from 30.3°C (86.5°F). The temperature during December experiences a small drop from daytime peaks, recording an average of 26.3°C (79.3°F) at night.Heat index
The heat index value during December is estimated at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.
Humidity
January through May, July, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Urumaco, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 14mm (0.55") of precipitation. In Urumaco, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.3 days and collects up to 249mm (9.8") of precipitation.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:28 -04.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 9.7h.UV index
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Average temperature in December
Urumaco, Venezuela
- Average high temperature in December: 29.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (31.6°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (28.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 26.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is September (27.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (25.2°C).
Average pressure in December
Urumaco, Venezuela
- Average pressure in December: 1011.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1009.7mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Urumaco, Venezuela
- Average wind speed in December: 26.6km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (30.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (20.1km/h).
Average humidity in December
Urumaco, Venezuela
- Average humidity in December: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March, April, May, July, November and December (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Urumaco, Venezuela
- Average rainfall in December: 14mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (64mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Urumaco, Venezuela
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Urumaco, Venezuela
- Average daylight in December: 11h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 9h and 42min
The months with the most sunshine are February and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are March and October (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Urumaco, Venezuela
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (10.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Urumaco, 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, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
Average cloud cover in December
Urumaco, Venezuela
- Average cloud cover in December: 23
The months with the most cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in December
Urumaco, Venezuela
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
