December weather forecastBambarabedda, Sri Lanka

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a warm month in Bambarabedda, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature varying between 19.5°C (67.1°F) and 27.5°C (81.5°F).

Temperature

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

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). If one endures exposure and continues to be active, it might result in tiredness and heat cramps.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bambarabedda, in December, it is raining for 22.9 days, with typically 118mm (4.65") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bambarabedda, Sri Lanka, there are 278.4 rainfall days, and 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Bambarabedda, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:01 +0530.

Sunshine

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

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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

December is the coldest month in Bambarabedda, Sri Lanka, exhibiting average temperatures of 27.5°C (81.5°F) at the peak and 19.5°C (67.1°F) at the base.

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 27.5°C (81.5°F) and a low-temperature of 19.5°C (67.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in December is estimated at 31°C (87.8°F).

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

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

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

The month with the shortest days in Bambarabedda, Sri Lanka, is December, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.

The average day length in December in Bambarabedda, Sri Lanka, is 11h and 43min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, in Bambarabedda, Sri Lanka, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:01 +0530.

The month with the least sunshine in Bambarabedda, Sri Lanka, is December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

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

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

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

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 42min

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 42min

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
Bambarabedda, 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
Bambarabedda, 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
Bambarabedda, 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
Bambarabedda, 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).