December weather forecastPadalam, India

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Padalam, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.7°C (83.7°F) and an average low of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Temperature

Padalam's coldest weather arrives in December, when temperatures average a high of 28.7°C (83.7°F) and a low of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

In December, the heat index is appraised at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it's vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Padalam is 76%.

Rainfall

In Padalam, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 70mm (2.76") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 115.9 rainfall days, and 537mm (21.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Padalam, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:42 pm. On the last day of December, in Padalam, India, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:55 pm IST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Padalam is 6.1h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in December leads to these recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.

Frequently asked questions

The coldest period in Padalam is December, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 28.7°C (83.7°F) and a low of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Padalam in December has an average high-temperature of 28.7°C (83.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in December is appraised at 33°C (91.4°F).

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

In Padalam, in December, during 13.2 rainfall days, 70mm (2.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

With an average of 11h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Padalam.

In December, the average day length in Padalam, India, is 11h and 24min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:55 pm IST.

The average sunshine duration in December in Padalam, India, is 6.1h.

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Padalam, India, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Padalam, India

  • Average high temperature in December: 28.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (39.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.4°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May and June (29.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (21.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Padalam, India

  • Average pressure in December: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1004.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Padalam, India

  • Average wind speed in December: 14.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (15.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (10.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Padalam, India

  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (51%).

Average rainfall in December
Padalam, India

  • Average rainfall in December: 70mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (166mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (5mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Padalam, India

  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Padalam, India

  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (25.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Padalam, India

  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December
Padalam, India

  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Padalam, 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).