December weather forecast
Kochchikade, Sri Lanka

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Kochchikade, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature varying between 23.7°C (74.7°F) and 29.9°C (85.8°F).

Temperature

As Kochchikade welcomes December, the average high-temperature records at a warm 29.9°C (85.8°F), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. Throughout December, Kochchikade records an average temperature of 23.7°C (74.7°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index value for December is evaluated at a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Kochchikade, in December, it is raining for 20.3 days, with typically 139mm (5.47") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 265.4 rainfall days, and 1744mm (68.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kochchikade, Sri Lanka.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:04 +0530.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Kochchikade is 7h.

UV index

January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during December translates into the following directions:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.