December weather forecastDhenkanal, India

December

Weather in December

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

Temperature

The coldest period is December, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 27.6°C (81.7°F) and a low of 17.2°C (63°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in December is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F). Unrelenting activity during exposure could cause fatigue and potentially lead to heat cramps.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 57%.

Rainfall

In Dhenkanal, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, 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 in Dhenkanal.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:17 pm IST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Dhenkanal. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during December translates into the following directions:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

Frequently asked questions

December is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 27.6°C (81.7°F) and as low as 17.2°C (63°F).

The high-temperature, in December, in Dhenkanal, records 27.6°C (81.7°F), while the low-temperature is 17.2°C (63°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in December is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F).

The average relative humidity in December in Dhenkanal is 57%.

In Dhenkanal, during December, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of precipitation.

December has the shortest days of the year in Dhenkanal, India, with an average of 10h and 54min of daylight.

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

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dhenkanal, India, sunrise is at 6:23 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 Dhenkanal, India.

In Dhenkanal, the average sunshine duration in December is 7.1h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Dhenkanal is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dhenkanal, 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
Dhenkanal, 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
Dhenkanal, 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
Dhenkanal, 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
Dhenkanal, 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
Dhenkanal, 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
Dhenkanal, 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
Dhenkanal, 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
Dhenkanal, 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
Dhenkanal, 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
Dhenkanal, 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).