December weather forecast
Vellaveli, Sri Lanka

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Vellaveli, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature varying between 24.5°C (76.1°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).

Temperature

December brings a marginal elevation to a still moderately hot 28°C (82.4°F) from November's 29.3°C (84.7°F) in Vellaveli's average high-temperatures. Vellaveli encounters a small divergence from daytime high temperatures, averaging a low-temperature of 24.5°C (76.1°F) during December nights.

Heat index

December's heat index is calculated to be a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). With sustained exposure and activity, exhaustion becomes probable, resulting in heat cramps.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The most humid month in Vellaveli is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Vellaveli is December, when the rain falls for 25.2 days and typically aggregates up to 272mm (10.71") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Vellaveli is December, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of December, in Vellaveli, Sri Lanka, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:57 +0530.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Vellaveli during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Vellaveli, is 28°C (82.4°F), while the low-temperature averages to 24.5°C (76.1°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the most humid month in Vellaveli?

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month in Vellaveli, Sri Lanka.

What is the average humidity in December in Vellaveli?

The average relative humidity in December in Vellaveli is 81%.

What is the rainiest month in Vellaveli?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 25.2 days and typically aggregates up to 272mm (10.71") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Vellaveli in December?

In Vellaveli, in December, it is raining for 25.2 days, with typically 272mm (10.71") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Vellaveli?

December has the shortest days of the year in Vellaveli, Sri Lanka, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Vellaveli have in December?

The average day length in December in Vellaveli is 11h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Vellaveli?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:57 +0530.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Vellaveli?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Vellaveli have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Vellaveli?

November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Vellaveli, Sri Lanka.

How high is the UV index in December in Vellaveli?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Vellaveli, Sri Lanka, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Vellaveli, Sri Lanka

Average temperature in December - Vellaveli, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in December: 28°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (33°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24°C).

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Average pressure in December
Vellaveli, Sri Lanka

Average pressure in December - Vellaveli, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in December: 1010.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1007.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Vellaveli, Sri Lanka

Average wind speed in December - Vellaveli, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in December: 13km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.1km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Vellaveli, Sri Lanka

Average humidity in December - Vellaveli, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (68%).

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Average rainfall in December
Vellaveli, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall in December - Vellaveli, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in December: 272mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (272mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (30mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Vellaveli, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall days in December - Vellaveli, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in December: 25.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are October and November (25.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (12.8 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Vellaveli, Sri Lanka

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Vellaveli, Sri Lanka
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Vellaveli, Sri Lanka

Average sunshine days in December - Vellaveli, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (3.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Vellaveli, Sri Lanka

Average UV index in December - Vellaveli, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in December
Vellaveli, Sri Lanka

Average cloud cover in December - Vellaveli, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in December
Vellaveli, Sri Lanka

Average visibility in December - Vellaveli, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are November and December (9km).

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