December weather forecast
Manimala, India

December, the first month of the winter in Manimala, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.9°C (73.2°F) and max 31.1°C (88°F).

Temperature

December's onset brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.1°C (88°F), showing a minute difference from November's 30.9°C (87.6°F). During December, Manimala records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index for December is appraised at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

In Manimala, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Manimala, in December, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 37mm (1.46") of accumulated precipitation. In Manimala, India, during the entire year, the rain falls for 245.5 days and collects up to 1652mm (65.04") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 6:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:13 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Manimala, the average sunshine in December is 8.9h.

UV index

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Manimala. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.