December weather forecast
El Viejo, Nicaragua

December in El Viejo greets the dry season, with a minimal rainfall of just 6mm (0.24"). This month also, welcomes the refreshing breeze of slightly stronger winds of 9km/h (5.6mph). Compared to November, the daylight hours decrease slightly, signaling the approaching winter. However, the tropical locale ensures a warm feel to these winter days. December in El Viejo is a time of renewal and preparation for the approaching new year.

Temperature

The advent of December in El Viejo, Nicaragua, observes an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.6°C (88.9°F), nearly identical to November's 31.1°C (88°F). December sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 22.2°C (72°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in December is computed to be a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. 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. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in El Viejo is 68%.

Rainfall

In El Viejo, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6mm (0.24") of precipitation. In El Viejo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.2 days and collects up to 1036mm (40.79") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in El Viejo is December, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:20. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:33 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 8.2h.

UV index

January, February, April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, 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 radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.