December weather forecast
Polgolla, Sri Lanka

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Polgolla, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 27.5°C (81.5°F) and 19.5°C (67.1°F).

Temperature

In Polgolla, the lowest average temperatures are observed in December, with a high of 27.5°C (81.5°F) and a low of 19.5°C (67.1°F).

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is calculated to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). One might feel worn out with persistent exposure and activity, resulting in heat cramps.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. 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. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 84%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Polgolla, in December, it is raining for 22.9 days, with typically 118mm (4.65") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Polgolla, Sri Lanka, there are 278.4 rainfall days, and 1466mm (57.72") 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 the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:01 +0530.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Polgolla, Sri Lanka, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Polgolla?

December, with an average high of 27.5°C (81.5°F) and a low of 19.5°C (67.1°F), signifies the coldest month of the year in Polgolla.

What are December temperatures in Polgolla?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Polgolla, is 27.5°C (81.5°F) and the average low-temperature is 19.5°C (67.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in December is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the most humid month in Polgolla?

With an average relative humidity of 84%, December is the most humid month in Polgolla.

What is the average humidity in December in Polgolla?

The average relative humidity in December in Polgolla, Sri Lanka, is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Polgolla?

In Polgolla, in December, during 22.9 rainfall days, 118mm (4.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Polgolla?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Polgolla have in December?

The average day length in December in Polgolla, Sri Lanka, is 11h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Polgolla?

On the first day of December in Polgolla, Sri Lanka, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:01 +0530.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Polgolla?

With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Polgolla?

The average sunshine duration in December in Polgolla is 5.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Polgolla?

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Polgolla, Sri Lanka.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Polgolla?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Polgolla, Sri Lanka

Average temperature in December - Polgolla, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.5°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 (18.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Polgolla, Sri Lanka

Average pressure in December - Polgolla, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in December: 1010.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Polgolla, Sri Lanka

Average wind speed in December - Polgolla, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (4.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Polgolla, Sri Lanka

Average humidity in December - Polgolla, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Polgolla, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall in December - Polgolla, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in December: 118mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (301mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (38mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Polgolla, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall days in December - Polgolla, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in December: 22.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (28.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (14.1 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Polgolla, Sri Lanka

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Polgolla, 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Polgolla, Sri Lanka

Average sunshine days in December - Polgolla, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (1.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Polgolla, Sri Lanka

Average UV index in December - Polgolla, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December
Polgolla, Sri Lanka

Average cloud cover in December - Polgolla, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Polgolla, Sri Lanka

Average visibility in December - Polgolla, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (8km).

Polgolla, Sri Lanka

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