December weather forecastMaitipe, Sri Lanka

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Maitipe, is still a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.8°C (76.6°F) and an average high of 28.9°C (84°F).

Temperature

The introduction of December sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.9°C (84°F), hardly deviating from November. Nights during December maintain a steady temperature, averaging at a still moderately hot 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during December is evaluated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 22.1 days. Throughout December, 114mm (4.49") of precipitation is accumulated. In Maitipe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 286.9 days and collects up to 1974mm (77.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, 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, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:05 +0530.

Sunshine

With an average of 7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through April, June through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Updated: Aug 6, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Maitipe, in December, the average high-temperature is 28.9°C (84°F), and the average low-temperature is 24.8°C (76.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in December is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

In Maitipe, in December, during 22.1 rainfall days, 114mm (4.49") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.

In Maitipe, Sri Lanka, the average day length in December is 11h and 47min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:05 +0530.

With an average of 7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

The average sunshine duration in December is 7h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, June through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

29.2°C

28.9°C

29.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10.7km/h

10.3km/h

8.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

2.4

6.4

12.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Maitipe, 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
Maitipe, 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
Maitipe, 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
Maitipe, 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
Maitipe, 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
Maitipe, 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
Maitipe, Sri Lanka

Average daylight in December: 11h and 48min

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
Maitipe, 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
Maitipe, 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
Maitipe, 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
Maitipe, 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).