December weather forecastAnchal, India

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Anchal, is still a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.5°C (70.7°F) and 30.4°C (86.7°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature for December is a still tropical 30.4°C (86.7°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. In Anchal, in December, the average low-temperature is a pleasant 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during December is estimated at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Anchal is 74%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout December, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Anchal, there are 223.9 rainfall days, and 1107mm (43.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Anchal, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 6:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:13 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Anchal is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.