December weather forecastRishikesh, India

Weather in December

December, the concluding month of the year, introduces Rishikesh to the heart of winters. The city experiences temperatures from a maximum of 21°C (69.8°F) to a minimum of 7°C (44.6°F), resonating with the classic winter chill. Occasional rainfall further brings down the temperature, providing a cool respite to the inhabitants. With days short and nights long, the sunshine becomes less prominent, giving the city an enchanting wintery allure. Despite the cold, the festive zeal of December and the year-end celebrations attract tourists, making it a popular time for a winter escape to Rishikesh.

Temperature

A subtle change in temperatures is noted in Rishikesh as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a warm 25°C (77°F) to an agreeable 21°C (69.8°F). December presents a pronounced divergence from daily peak temperatures, with the average low-temperature of 7°C (44.6°F).

Rainfall

In Rishikesh, during December, the rain falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of precipitation. In Rishikesh, during the entire year, the rain falls for 60 days and collects up to 1483mm (58.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Rishikesh, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:27 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 during December leads to these advisories:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.