December weather forecast
Hirakud, India

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hirakud, is still a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 27.1°C (80.8°F) and min 14.5°C (58.1°F).

Temperature

The coldest temperatures occur during December, when averages reach a peak of 27.1°C (80.8°F) and a low of 14.5°C (58.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index for December is evaluated at 28°C (82.4°F). Enduring exposure and unrelenting activity might cause a state of weariness, potentially leading to heat cramps.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 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 December, the average relative humidity is 54%.

Rainfall

In Hirakud, in December, it is raining for 2.1 days, with typically 12mm (0.47") of accumulated precipitation. In Hirakud, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124 days and collects up to 959mm (37.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:22 pm IST.

Sunshine

July and December, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 5, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Hirakud. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Hirakud?
The month of December sees the average lowest temperatures in Hirakud, India, reaching 27.1°C (80.8°F) at the peak and 14.5°C (58.1°F) at the low.
What is the average December temperature in Hirakud?
In Hirakud, in December, the average high-temperature is 27.1°C (80.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 14.5°C (58.1°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 28°C (82.4°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Hirakud?
In Hirakud, the average relative humidity in December is 54%.
How much does it rain in Hirakud in December?
In December, in Hirakud, the rain falls for 2.1 days. Throughout December, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Hirakud?
December has the shortest days of the year in Hirakud, with an average of 10h and 48min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Hirakud have in December?
The average day length in December is 10h and 51min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hirakud?
On the first day of December in Hirakud, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:22 pm IST.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Hirakud?
The months with the least sunshine are July and December, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Hirakud have in December?
In Hirakud, the average sunshine duration in December is 7.4h.
When is the lowest UV index in Hirakud?
December is the month with the lowest UV index in Hirakud, India, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
How high is the UV index in December in Hirakud?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Hirakud, India, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Hirakud, India
Average temperature in December
Hirakud, India
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (43.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (28.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°C).

Average pressure in December - Hirakud, India
Average pressure in December
Hirakud, India
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1000mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Hirakud, India
Average wind speed in December
Hirakud, India
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.6km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (10.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.5km/h).

Average humidity in December - Hirakud, India
Average humidity in December
Hirakud, India
  • Average humidity in December: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (29%).

Average rainfall in December - Hirakud, India
Average rainfall in December
Hirakud, India
  • Average rainfall in December: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (302mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (4mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Hirakud, India
Average rainfall days in December
Hirakud, India
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (27.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.1 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hirakud, India
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hirakud, India
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 5min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are July and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December - Hirakud, India
Average sunshine days in December
Hirakud, India
  • Average sunshine days in December: 28.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (28.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (2.3 days).

Average UV index in December - Hirakud, India
Average UV index in December
Hirakud, India
  • Average UV index in December: 5

The month with the highest UV index is May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December - Hirakud, India
Average cloud cover in December
Hirakud, India
  • Average cloud cover in December: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in December - Hirakud, India
Average visibility in December
Hirakud, India
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

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