December weather forecastHapugoda, Sri Lanka

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a warm month in Hapugoda, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.9°C (85.8°F) and 23.7°C (74.7°F).

Temperature

December registers an average high-temperature of a warm 29.9°C (85.8°F), slightly varied from November's 30.2°C (86.4°F). During the nights in December, Hapugoda experiences a consistent average temperature of 23.7°C (74.7°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is estimated at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Hapugoda is 79%.

Rainfall

In Hapugoda, in December, it is raining for 20.3 days, with typically 139mm (5.47") of accumulated precipitation. In Hapugoda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 265.4 days and collects up to 1744mm (68.66") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:05 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Hapugoda is 7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Hapugoda are January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.