December weather forecast
Paligedara, Sri Lanka

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Paligedara, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°C (85.5°F) and 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Temperature

December welcomes an average high-temperature of a warm 29.7°C (85.5°F), not much different from the preceding month. Paligedara records an average low-temperature of 24.1°C (75.4°F) throughout the month of December.

Heat index

For December, the heat index is calculated to be a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Paligedara, the rain falls for 19.9 days. Throughout December, 124mm (4.88") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 272.3 rainfall days, and 2039mm (80.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Paligedara is December, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of December, in Paligedara, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:05 +0530.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Paligedara is 7h.

UV index

January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.