December weather forecast
Kodaikanal, India

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Kodaikanal, India, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27.2°C (81°F) and an average low of 17.5°C (63.5°F).

Temperature

With an average high-temperature of 27.2°C (81°F) and an average low-temperature of 17.5°C (63.5°F), December is the coldest month.

Heat index

The average heat index in December is computed to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). Constant exposure and activity lead to possible fatigue. Prolonged exercise may result in heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature', 'real feel', 'felt air temperature', or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. This effect is individual, with diverse people perceiving weather differently for numerous reasons (clothing, differences in body mass, height, and shape, pregnancy), and activity. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it is vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

November and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Kodaikanal, India.

Rainfall

In Kodaikanal, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 56mm (2.2") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kodaikanal, there are 177.9 rainfall days, and 910mm (35.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 32min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:09 pm IST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Kodaikanal is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kodaikanal are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in December transform into the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun.
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FAQ

What is the coldest month in Kodaikanal?

The coldest month in Kodaikanal is December, with an average high-temperature of 27.2°C (81°F) and an average low-temperature of 17.5°C (63.5°F).

What is the temperature in December in Kodaikanal?

In December, in Kodaikanal, the average high-temperature is 27.2°C (81°F), and the average low-temperature is 17.5°C (63.5°F). in December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the most humid month in Kodaikanal?

The months with the highest humidity are November and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Kodaikanal?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kodaikanal?

In Kodaikanal, during December, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 56mm (2.2") of precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kodaikanal?

With an average of 11h and 32min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kodaikanal.

How many hours of daylight does Kodaikanal have in December?

In Kodaikanal, India, the average day length in December is 11h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kodaikanal?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:09 pm IST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kodaikanal have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Kodaikanal, India, is 7.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Kodaikanal?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Kodaikanal?

In Kodaikanal, India, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Kodaikanal, India

Average temperature in December - Kodaikanal, India
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (34.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (24.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Kodaikanal, India

Average pressure in December - Kodaikanal, India
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (1007.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Kodaikanal, India

Average wind speed in December - Kodaikanal, India
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.9km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Kodaikanal, India

Average humidity in December - Kodaikanal, India
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (55%).

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Average rainfall in December
Kodaikanal, India

Average rainfall in December - Kodaikanal, India
  • Average rainfall in December: 56mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (216mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (12mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Kodaikanal, India

Average rainfall days in December - Kodaikanal, India
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (23.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kodaikanal, India
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 32min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 43min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 32min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Kodaikanal, India

Average sunshine days in December - Kodaikanal, India
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (4.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Kodaikanal, India

Average UV index in December - Kodaikanal, India
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in December
Kodaikanal, India

Average cloud cover in December - Kodaikanal, India
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in December
Kodaikanal, India

Average visibility in December - Kodaikanal, India
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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