December weather forecastKitulgala, Sri Lanka
December weather forecast for Kitulgala, Sri Lanka: The first month of the winter, December, is still a warm month in Kitulgala, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.4°C (83.1°F) and 19.9°C (67.8°F). The average heat index, which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in December is appraised at 34°C (93.2°F).
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a warm month in Kitulgala, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.4°C (83.1°F) and 19.9°C (67.8°F).Temperature
Kitulgala's transition from November to December introduces an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.4°C (83.1°F), marking an insignificant variation from the 28.3°C (82.9°F). An average minimum temperature of 19.9°C (67.8°F) marks the month of December.Heat index
December's heat index is appraised at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for 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.
Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.Rainfall
In Kitulgala, during December, the rain falls for 25.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 209mm (8.23") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 317.3 rainfall days, and 2422mm (95.35") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 11h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:03 +0530.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6h of sunshine.UV index
January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Average temperature in December
Kitulgala, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in December: 28.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.1°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (27.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 19.9°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 (18.7°C).
Average pressure in December
Kitulgala, Sri Lanka
- Average pressure in December: 1010.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Kitulgala, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in December: 4.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (8.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and March (3.9km/h).
Average humidity in December
Kitulgala, Sri Lanka
- Average humidity in December: 85%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (80%).
Average rainfall in December
Kitulgala, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in December: 209mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (357mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (85mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Kitulgala, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in December: 25.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (18.9 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kitulgala, 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: 6h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Kitulgala, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in December: 3.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (9.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (0.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Kitulgala, Sri Lanka
- Average UV index in December: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are September and October (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in December
Kitulgala, Sri Lanka
- Average cloud cover in December: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in December
Kitulgala, Sri Lanka
- Average visibility in December: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, August and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, September, October and November (7km).
