December weather forecastPelling, India

Weather in December

The closing month of the year, Deccember, reinforces the wintry conditions sparked off by November, move further into the cold with temperatures dropping to 6°C (42.8°F). As Pelling embraces a full-fledged winter, colder nights become a pattern, indicating the cycle completion of the year's meteorological calendar. The absence of rainfall creates an environment conducive to outdoor exploration without the worry of unexpected showers. Longer nights and shorter days become characteristic of December, underlining the winter solstice's imminence. The stable, dry and cold climate concludes the year on a tranquil note, setting the stage for January's return.

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in temperature, down from a pleasant 21°C (69.8°F) in November to a refreshing 17°C (62.6°F). During December, Pelling records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 6°C (42.8°F).

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Pelling, India, is December, when 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is typically aggregated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 4:53 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Pelling is 7h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Pelling, India, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.