December weather forecastCuttack, India

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Cuttack, India, with an average temperature fluctuating between 17.2°C (63°F) and 27.6°C (81.7°F).

Temperature

December stands out as Cuttack's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 27.6°C (81.7°F) and a low of 17.2°C (63°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during December is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F). Unrelenting activity during exposure could cause fatigue and potentially lead to heat cramps.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

In Cuttack, the average relative humidity in December is 57%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cuttack, there are 148.5 rainfall days, and 964mm (37.95") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:17 pm IST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Cuttack, India, are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

Cuttack's temperature records reveal December as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 27.6°C (81.7°F) and lows of 17.2°C (63°F).

In Cuttack, 27.6°C (81.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 17.2°C (63°F) is the average low-temperature during December. In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).

The average relative humidity in December in Cuttack, India, is 57%.

In Cuttack, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The month with the shortest days in Cuttack, India, is December, with an average of 10h and 54min of daylight.

In Cuttack, India, the average day length in December is 10h and 55min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:17 pm IST.

With an average of 7.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Cuttack, India.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 7.1h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Cuttack is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Cuttack, India

  • Average high temperature in December: 27.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (40.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (28.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Cuttack, India

  • Average pressure in December: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (999.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Cuttack, India

  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (15.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Cuttack, India

  • Average humidity in December: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (55%).

Average rainfall in December
Cuttack, India

  • Average rainfall in December: 9mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (205mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (7mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Cuttack, India

  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (27.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cuttack, India

  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cuttack, India

  • Average sunshine days in December: 27.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Cuttack, India

  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are March, April and May (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Cuttack, India

  • Average cloud cover in December: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December
Cuttack, India

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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