Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
Transitioning into December, Malagala records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F), almost identical to November's 29.8°C (85.6°F). Malagala's nighttime temperature in December drops to an average of 24.4°C (75.9°F).Heat index
December's mean heat index is estimated at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. 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
The average relative humidity in December is 79%.Rainfall
In Malagala, in December, during 16.5 rainfall days, 93mm (3.66") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Malagala, there are 273.8 rainfall days, and 2059mm (81.06") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Malagala, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of December in Malagala, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:04 +0530.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Malagala is 7.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Malagala are January through April, July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 7 in December translates into these instructions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
Frequently asked questions
How hot does it get in Malagala in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Malagala?
How much does it rain in Malagala in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Malagala?
What is the average length of the day in December in Malagala?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Malagala?
How long on average sun shines in December in Malagala?
What are the months with the highest UV index in Malagala?
What is the UV index reading in December in Malagala?
Average temperature in December
Malagala, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in December: 29.7°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.6°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 24.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°C).
Average pressure in December
Malagala, Sri Lanka
- Average pressure in December: 1010.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.7mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Malagala, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in December: 11.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (15.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (7.9km/h).
Average humidity in December
Malagala, Sri Lanka
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Malagala, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in December: 93mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (350mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (25mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Malagala, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in December: 16.5 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (29.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Malagala, Sri Lanka
- Average daylight in December: 11h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 7h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Malagala, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (0.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Malagala, Sri Lanka
- Average UV index in December: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, July, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Malagala, Sri Lanka
- Average cloud cover in December: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in December
Malagala, Sri Lanka
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).
Malagala, Sri Lanka
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