Weather in December
In December, the winter season is in full swing in Varanasi. Cold mornings and nights define this month, while the afternoons offer a mild warmth under the winter sun. The skies remain clear, and rainfall is quite scarce, making this period ideal for outdoor activities. With a high of 24.7°C (76.5°F) and a low of 10.1°C (50.2°F), December offers the coldest weather, bringing the year to a serene close.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:18 pm IST.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
[Resources]Temperature
A minor decrease in the average high-temperature is observed in Varanasi during December, shifting from 29.4°C (84.9°F) in November to a still warm 24.7°C (76.5°F). Varanasi logs a notable disparity from the daily highs during December, as the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 10.1°C (50.2°F).Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 0.5 days and typically collects 5mm (0.2") of precipitation.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:18 pm IST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 7h.UV index
December is the month with the lowest UV index in Varanasi, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Varanasi in December?
The high-temperature in Varanasi during December is 24.7°C (76.5°F) and the low-temperature is 10.1°C (50.2°F).
What is the driest month in Varanasi?
December is the month with the least rainfall in Varanasi, India. Rain falls for 0.5 days and accumulates 5mm (0.2") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Varanasi in December?
In Varanasi, in December, during 0.5 rainfall days, 5mm (0.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Varanasi?
December has the shortest days of the year in Varanasi, India, with an average of 10h and 36min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Varanasi have in December?
In Varanasi, the average day length in December is 10h and 35min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Varanasi?
On the first day of December in Varanasi, India, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:18 pm IST.
How many hours of sunshine does Varanasi have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 7h.
When is the lowest UV index in Varanasi?
The month with the lowest UV index in Varanasi, India, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Varanasi?
In Varanasi, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average temperature in December
Varanasi, India
- Average high temperature in December: 24.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (40.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 10.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (27.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.2°C).
Average rainfall in December
Varanasi, India
- Average rainfall in December: 4.8mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (309.3mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (4.8mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Varanasi, India
- Average rainfall days in December: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.5 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Varanasi, India
- Average daylight in December: 10h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 7h
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 4h).
Average UV index in December
Varanasi, India
- Average UV index in December: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 5).
Varanasi, India
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