December weather forecast
Kanhangad, India

December, the first month of the winter in Kanhangad, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.6°C (90.7°F) and 23°C (73.4°F).

Temperature

Kanhangad's average high-temperature in December is a still hot 32.6°C (90.7°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 32.5°C (90.5°F) of November. Throughout December, the temperature in Kanhangad, India, falls to an average low of 23°C (73.4°F).

Heat index

In December, the heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. 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. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

In Kanhangad, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.

Rainfall

In Kanhangad, in December, during 9.7 rainfall days, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kanhangad, during the entire year, the rain falls for 201.9 days and collects up to 2447mm (96.34") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:02 pm. On the last day of December, in Kanhangad, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:15 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Kanhangad, the average sunshine in December is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.