December weather forecast
Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Nawalapitiya, is still a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 24.3°C (75.7°F) and min 17°C (62.6°F).

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 24.3°C (75.7°F) and a low of 17°C (62.6°F), December stands out as the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Nawalapitiya, during December, the rain falls for 25.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 228mm (8.98") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Nawalapitiya, there are 297.4 rainfall days, and 2784mm (109.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Nawalapitiya, 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 18:02 +0530.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Nawalapitiya.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Nawalapitiya are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Nawalapitiya?
December is the coldest month of the year in Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka, registering average temperatures as high as 24.3°C (75.7°F) and as low as 17°C (62.6°F).
What are December temperatures in Nawalapitiya?
During December, Nawalapitiya experiences an average high-temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F) and a low-temperature of 17°C (62.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Nawalapitiya?
The average relative humidity in December is 88%.
How many days does it rain in December in Nawalapitiya?
In Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka, in December, it is raining for 25.4 days, with typically 228mm (8.98") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the month with the shortest days in Nawalapitiya?
December has the shortest days of the year in Nawalapitiya, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Nawalapitiya?
The average day length in December is 11h and 43min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Nawalapitiya?
On the first day of December in Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka, 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 18:02 +0530.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Nawalapitiya?
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December in Nawalapitiya?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka, is 4.6h.
When is the lowest UV index in Nawalapitiya?
January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka.
What is the UV index reading in December in Nawalapitiya?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Nawalapitiya is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka
Average temperature in December
Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (27.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (24.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (19.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (15.3°C).

Average pressure in December - Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka
Average pressure in December
Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in December: 1010.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka
Average wind speed in December
Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in December: 5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (9.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (3.3km/h).

Average humidity in December - Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka
Average humidity in December
Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (80%).

Average rainfall in December - Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall in December
Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in December: 228mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (656mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (85mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall days in December
Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in December: 25.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (16.3 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 4min

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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December - Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka
Average sunshine days in December
Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (11 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (0.8 days).

Average UV index in December - Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka
Average UV index in December
Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in December: 5

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December - Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka
Average cloud cover in December
Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December - Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka
Average visibility in December
Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in December: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are November and December (6km).

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