December weather forecast
Tipitapa, Nicaragua

December, basking in the spirit of the holiday season, also signifies the end of the year in Tipitapa with a substantial reduction in rainfall down to 16mm (0.63"). Sunshine days are at their second highest for the year, hinting at the return to the dry season. Sharing characteristics with the early months of the year, visibility improves and cloud cover decreases. The transition to cooler nights comes naturally with this month's lower temperature range. Closing up the year, December offers festive celebrations under mostly clear skies.

Temperature

As Tipitapa steps into December, the average high-temperature is measured at a tropical 30.2°C (86.4°F), displaying minor differences from November's 29.8°C (85.6°F). The nighttime temperature dips to an agreeable 21.5°C (70.7°F) on average during December.

Heat index

In December, the heat index is evaluated at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. 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 vital to children. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

In Tipitapa, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 203.8 rainfall days, and 1319mm (51.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:17. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:30 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Tipitapa is 8.7h.

UV index

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in December translates into this advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.