December weather forecast
Alakoladeniya, Sri Lanka

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Alakoladeniya, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.5°C (81.5°F) and 19.5°C (67.1°F).

Temperature

December, with its high-temperature average of 27.5°C (81.5°F) and a low-temperature average of 19.5°C (67.1°F), is the coldest month.

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Enduring exposure and ongoing activity could cause a sense of fatigue and subsequent heat cramps.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.

Humidity

The most humid month in Alakoladeniya is December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In Alakoladeniya, during December, the rain falls for 22.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 118mm (4.65") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 278.4 rainfall days, and 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of December, in Alakoladeniya, Sri Lanka, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:02 +0530.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Alakoladeniya, 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 in Alakoladeniya, Sri Lanka. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Alakoladeniya?

With average high temperatures of 27.5°C (81.5°F) and lows of 19.5°C (67.1°F), December is the coldest month.

What is the average December temperature in Alakoladeniya?

In Alakoladeniya, in December, the average high-temperature is 27.5°C (81.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 19.5°C (67.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in December is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the most humid month in Alakoladeniya?

December is the most humid month in Alakoladeniya, Sri Lanka, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in December in Alakoladeniya?

In December, the average relative humidity in Alakoladeniya, Sri Lanka, is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Alakoladeniya?

In Alakoladeniya, Sri Lanka, in December, during 22.9 rainfall days, 118mm (4.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Alakoladeniya?

December has the shortest days of the year in Alakoladeniya, Sri Lanka, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Alakoladeniya have in December?

In December, the average day length in Alakoladeniya is 11h and 42min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Alakoladeniya?

On the first day of December in Alakoladeniya, Sri Lanka, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:02 +0530.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Alakoladeniya?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Alakoladeniya have in December?

In Alakoladeniya, Sri Lanka, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Alakoladeniya?

The months with the highest UV index in Alakoladeniya, Sri Lanka, are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in December in Alakoladeniya?

In Alakoladeniya, Sri Lanka, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Alakoladeniya, Sri Lanka

Average temperature in December - Alakoladeniya, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Alakoladeniya, Sri Lanka

Average pressure in December - Alakoladeniya, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Alakoladeniya, Sri Lanka

Average wind speed in December - Alakoladeniya, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Alakoladeniya, Sri Lanka

Average humidity in December - Alakoladeniya, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Alakoladeniya, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall in December - Alakoladeniya, 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).

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Average rainfall days in December
Alakoladeniya, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall days in December - Alakoladeniya, 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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Alakoladeniya, Sri Lanka

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alakoladeniya, Sri Lanka
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Alakoladeniya, Sri Lanka

Average sunshine days in December - Alakoladeniya, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Alakoladeniya, Sri Lanka

Average UV index in December - Alakoladeniya, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Alakoladeniya, Sri Lanka

Average cloud cover in December - Alakoladeniya, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Alakoladeniya, Sri Lanka

Average visibility in December - Alakoladeniya, 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).

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