Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
Pottuvil's December reports an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28°C (82.4°F), exhibiting a minor difference from November. Pottuvil records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 24.5°C (76.1°F) in December, slightly lower than the daytime high.Heat index
The heat index for December is calculated to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Continuous exposure and activity could induce a sense of tiredness and subsequently, heat cramps.In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
Humidity
December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 25.2 days and typically aggregates up to 272mm (10.71") of precipitation.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Pottuvil, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:44. On the last day of December, in Pottuvil, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 17:57 +0530.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Pottuvil.UV index
November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Pottuvil, Sri Lanka. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during December morphs into the following directions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Frequently asked questions
Is it hot in Pottuvil during December?
What is the most humid month in Pottuvil?
What is the average humidity in December in Pottuvil?
What is the rainiest month in Pottuvil?
How many days does it rain in December in Pottuvil?
What is the month with the shortest days in Pottuvil?
What is the average length of the day in December in Pottuvil?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Pottuvil?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Pottuvil?
How many hours of sunshine does Pottuvil have in December?
When is the lowest UV index in Pottuvil?
How high is the UV index in December in Pottuvil?
Average temperature in December
Pottuvil, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in December: 28°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (33°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 24.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24°C).
Average pressure in December
Pottuvil, Sri Lanka
- Average pressure in December: 1010.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1007.3mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Pottuvil, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in December: 13km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.1km/h).
Average humidity in December
Pottuvil, Sri Lanka
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (68%).
Average rainfall in December
Pottuvil, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in December: 272mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (272mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (30mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Pottuvil, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in December: 25.2 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are October and November (25.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (12.8 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pottuvil, 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 2min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Pottuvil, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in December: 4.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (3.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Pottuvil, 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 and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Pottuvil, Sri Lanka
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in December
Pottuvil, Sri Lanka
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are November and December (9km).
Pottuvil, Sri Lanka
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