December weather forecastEppawala, Sri Lanka

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Eppawala, is still a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.7°C (71.1°F) and an average high of 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Temperature

Eppawala's coldest weather arrives in December, when temperatures average a high of 29.5°C (85.1°F) and a low of 21.7°C (71.1°F).

Heat index

During December, the heat index is evaluated at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Eppawala, in December, during 22.4 rainfall days, 107mm (4.21") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Eppawala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 199.1 days and collects up to 893mm (35.16") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Eppawala, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:01 +0530.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.