December weather forecast
Santigron, Suriname

December in Santigron closes the year on a wet note with an impressive 119mm (4.69") of rainfall. Days with rain prevail over bright sunny ones, affirming the onset of the wet season. Cool breezes provide respite amidst the humidity. The sky is often a vibrant blend of blues and grays with sunlight streaking in between. The year ends with a brilliant display of the city's ability to balance rain and shine.

Temperature

The advent of December in Santigron, Suriname, presents an average high-temperature of a warm 29.4°C (84.9°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. December witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in December is estimated at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Santigron, Suriname, is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 26.8 days. Throughout December, 119mm (4.69") of precipitation is accumulated. In Santigron, Suriname, during the entire year, the rain falls for 268.5 days and collects up to 1061mm (41.77") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of December, in Santigron, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:38 -03.

Sunshine

In Santigron, the average sunshine in December is 7.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Santigron are January, April, May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during December translates into these guidelines:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.