December weather forecast
Angoram, Papua New Guinea

Rounding off the year, December in Angoram continues the return to the rainy season. The month holds the year's record for the highest rainfall with a massive 258mm (10.16") total. A subtle drop in temperature brings a cool curtain over the city. As the city gets cloaked in cloudy robes, sunshine hours take a slight dip. Despite the increased downpour, life in Angoram thrives amid persistent, breezy winds and the ever-present tropical humidity.

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Angoram's average high-temperature is noted with the start of December, touching a still moderately hot 29.1°C (84.4°F) from November's 29.6°C (85.3°F). In Angoram, December nights experience a modest descent in temperature from daily peaks, cooling down to an average of 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for December is appraised at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 29.2 days and accumulates 258mm (10.16") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:37 +10.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 7.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.