December weather forecast
Puerto Wilches, Colombia

The first month of the winter, December, is still a tropical month in Puerto Wilches, Colombia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.9°C (71.4°F) and an average high of 33.8°C (92.8°F).

Temperature

Puerto Wilches signifies an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.8°C (92.8°F) in December, closely mirroring the 33.1°C (91.6°F) of November. Nighttime temperatures in Puerto Wilches hover around an average low of 21.9°C (71.4°F) in December.

Heat index

December's average heat index is calculated to be a burning hot 47°C (116.6°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Prolonged effort can result in heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 16.2 days. Throughout December, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Puerto Wilches, there are 245.7 rainfall days, and 1137mm (44.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Puerto Wilches, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:50 -05.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 8.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Puerto Wilches.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. 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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during December morphs into the following directions:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.