December weather forecastKariapatti, India

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kariapatti, is also a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 22.2°C (72°F) and 30.2°C (86.4°F).

Temperature

December is the month when Kariapatti experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 30.2°C (86.4°F) and a low of 22.2°C (72°F).

Heat index

December's average heat index is computed to be a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In Kariapatti, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.

Rainfall

In December, in Kariapatti, India, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout December, 68mm (2.68") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kariapatti, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.2 days and collects up to 768mm (30.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Kariapatti, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:07 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Kariapatti, the average sunshine in December is 6.8h.

UV index

In Kariapatti, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

With average high and low temperatures of 30.2°C (86.4°F) and 22.2°C (72°F) respectively, December is Kariapatti's coldest month.

In Kariapatti, 30.2°C (86.4°F) is the average high-temperature and 22.2°C (72°F) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in December is computed to be 36°C (96.8°F).

In December, the average relative humidity in Kariapatti is 72%.

In Kariapatti, India, during December, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of precipitation.

With an average of 11h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kariapatti, India.

In Kariapatti, India, the average day length in December is 11h and 34min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:07 pm IST.

The average sunshine duration in December in Kariapatti is 6.8h.

In Kariapatti, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kariapatti, India

  • Average high temperature in December: 30.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (38.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (28.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Kariapatti, India

  • Average pressure in December: 1011.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1007mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Kariapatti, India

  • Average wind speed in December: 12.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (14.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (8.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Kariapatti, India

  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (49%).

Average rainfall in December
Kariapatti, India

  • Average rainfall in December: 68mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (189mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (8mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kariapatti, India

  • Average rainfall days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (24 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kariapatti, India

  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (5.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Kariapatti, India

  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, July and August (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Kariapatti, India

  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Kariapatti, India

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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