December weather forecastPatna, India

Weather in December

December sees Patna immersed in the palpable chill of winter, proving to be the ultimate relief from a year of rising and dipping temperatures. The daylight hours dwindle, further enhancing the cool, soothing vibe. Sharp drops in temperature, down to lows of 10.1°C (50.2°F), and bare minimum rainfall of 7mm (0.28") make December the true embodiment of winter. As the year draws to a close, December remains one of the most appealing months for tourists, with its temperate climate and sparse precipitation.

Temperature

As December begins, there is a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, softly falling from 28.9°C (84°F) in November to a still moderately hot 24.6°C (76.3°F). A sharp contrast between day and night is prevalent in December with an average nighttime temperature of 10.1°C (50.2°F).

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 0.7 days and typically collects 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Patna, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:09 pm IST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Patna, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.