December weather forecastQuelossim, India

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Quelossim, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.7°C (90.9°F) and 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature in December, at a still tropical 32.7°C (90.9°F), reveals a modest deviation from November's 32.8°C (91°F). In the month of December, the nighttime temperature in Quelossim dips to a steady average of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in December is evaluated at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In Quelossim, the average relative humidity in December is 59%.

Rainfall

In Quelossim, India, in December, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 5mm (0.2") of accumulated precipitation. In Quelossim, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.4 days and collects up to 1319mm (51.93") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:14 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Quelossim, India, the average sunshine in December is 9.8h.

UV index

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Quelossim. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during December leads to these instructions:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. 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. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.