Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
December
Weather in December
Temperature
Adhikarigama experiences its lowest temperatures in December, with an average peak of 27.5°C (81.5°F) and a low of 19.5°C (67.1°F).Heat index
The heat index value for December is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Persisting in activity during exposure could lead to weariness and subsequently to heat cramps.Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Humidity
The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.Rainfall
In Adhikarigama, during December, the rain falls for 22.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 118mm (4.65") of precipitation. In Adhikarigama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 278.4 days and collects up to 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation.Daylight
With an average of 11h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:01 +0530.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year in Adhikarigama, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.UV index
January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in December leads to these guidelines:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
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Frequently asked questions
What part of the year is the coldest in Adhikarigama?
What are December temperatures in Adhikarigama?
What is the most humid month in Adhikarigama?
What is the average humidity in December in Adhikarigama?
How much does it rain in Adhikarigama in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Adhikarigama?
What is the average length of the day in December in Adhikarigama?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Adhikarigama?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Adhikarigama?
How long on average sun shines in December in Adhikarigama?
What are the months with the highest UV index in Adhikarigama?
What is the UV index reading in December in Adhikarigama?
Average temperature in December
Adhikarigama, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in December: 27.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.5°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 19.5°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are May and June (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.1°C).
Average pressure in December
Adhikarigama, Sri Lanka
- Average pressure in December: 1010.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.1mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Adhikarigama, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in December: 6.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (4.7km/h).
Average humidity in December
Adhikarigama, Sri Lanka
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Adhikarigama, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in December: 118mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (301mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (38mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Adhikarigama, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in December: 22.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (28.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (14.1 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Adhikarigama, Sri Lanka
- Average daylight in December: 11h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Adhikarigama, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in December: 6.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (1.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Adhikarigama, Sri Lanka
- Average UV index in December: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is October (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in December
Adhikarigama, Sri Lanka
- Average cloud cover in December: 47
The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Adhikarigama, Sri Lanka
- Average visibility in December: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (8km).
