December weather forecast
Ponnai, India

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a warm month in Ponnai, India, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.6°C (81.7°F) and 17.8°C (64°F).

Temperature

December, with its average high-temperature of 27.6°C (81.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 17.8°C (64°F), holds the record as the coldest month.

Heat index

For December, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Extended exposure and activity might lead to tiredness, potentially resulting in heat cramps.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are November and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Ponnai, India, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation. In Ponnai, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.6 days and collects up to 632mm (24.88") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ponnai is December, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:57 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Ponnai, India, is 6h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Ponnai, India. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. 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. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Ponnai?
December, characterized by an average high temperature of 27.6°C (81.7°F) and a low temperature of 17.8°C (64°F), is generally the coldest month in Ponnai.
What are December temperatures in Ponnai?
In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ponnai are 27.6°C (81.7°F) and 17.8°C (64°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in December is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).
What are the most humid months in Ponnai?
November and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months in Ponnai.
What is the average humidity in December in Ponnai?
The average relative humidity in December in Ponnai is 79%.
How much does it rain in Ponnai in December?
In Ponnai, India, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Ponnai?
With an average of 11h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ponnai.
How many hours of daylight does Ponnai have in December?
In December, the average day length in Ponnai is 11h and 22min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ponnai?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:57 pm IST.
How long on average sun shines in December in Ponnai?
The average sunshine duration in December is 6h.
When is the lowest UV index in Ponnai?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Ponnai?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ponnai, India
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (38.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (27.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Ponnai, India
  • Average pressure in December: 1013mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1005mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Ponnai, India
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (14.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (6.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Ponnai, India
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (47%).

Average rainfall in December
Ponnai, India
  • Average rainfall in December: 39mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (106mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (5mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Ponnai, India
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ponnai, India
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 2min

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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ponnai, India
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (4.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Ponnai, India
  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December
Ponnai, India
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Ponnai, India
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are November and December (8km).

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