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
The average high-temperature in December, at a still moderately hot 28.9°C (84°F), reveals a modest deviation from November's 29.2°C (84.6°F). Nighttime readings in Gintota, Sri Lanka, during December register a minimal drop from daytime highs, averaging at a still moderately hot 24.8°C (76.6°F).Heat index
For most parts of December, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 34°C (93.2°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. 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. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Gintota is 79%.Rainfall
In December, in Gintota, the rain falls for 22.1 days. Throughout December, 114mm (4.49") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gintota, there are 286.9 rainfall days, and 1974mm (77.72") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of December, in Gintota, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:05 +0530.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Gintota are January through April, June through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is December in Gintota?
What is the average humidity in December in Gintota?
How much does it rain in Gintota in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Gintota?
What is the average length of the day in December in Gintota?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Gintota?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Gintota?
How long on average sun shines in December in Gintota?
When is the highest UV index in Gintota?
What is the UV index reading in December in Gintota?
Average temperature in December
Gintota, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in December: 28.9°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (30.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are August and September (28.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 24.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24°C).
Average pressure in December
Gintota, Sri Lanka
- Average pressure in December: 1010.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.9mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Gintota, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in December: 9.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (20.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7.8km/h).
Average humidity in December
Gintota, Sri Lanka
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and September (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Gintota, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in December: 114mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (302mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (38mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Gintota, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in December: 22.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (28 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (14.8 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gintota, Sri Lanka
- Average daylight in December: 11h and 5min
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 48min).
- Average sunshine in December: 7h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Gintota, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in December: 6.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (1 days).
Average UV index in December
Gintota, Sri Lanka
- Average UV index in December: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and September (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Gintota, Sri Lanka
- Average cloud cover in December: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in December
Gintota, Sri Lanka
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
