December weather forecastAluva, India

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Aluva, is still a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.7°C (74.7°F) and an average high of 30.7°C (87.3°F).

Temperature

December is marked by an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.7°C (87.3°F), almost identical to the preceding month. In Aluva, an average low-temperature of 23.7°C (74.7°F) is recorded during December nights.

Heat index

During December, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Aluva is 74%.

Rainfall

In Aluva, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 45mm (1.77") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Aluva, there are 250.9 rainfall days, and 2115mm (83.27") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 6:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:14 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Aluva is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Aluva, India, are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.