December weather forecast
Bella Vista, Ecuador

The first month of the summer, December, is also a hot month in Bella Vista, Ecuador, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.9°C (87.6°F) and min 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Temperature

Bella Vista marks the arrival of December with an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.9°C (87.6°F), hardly different from November's 31.8°C (89.2°F). During the nights in December, Bella Vista experiences a consistent average temperature of 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is evaluated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In Bella Vista, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Bella Vista, Ecuador, in December, it is raining for 23.8 days, with typically 180mm (7.09") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bella Vista, there are 296.9 rainfall days, and 2322mm (91.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of December, in Bella Vista, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:27 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6h.

UV index

February through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Bella Vista. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. 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. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.