December weather forecastUdakanda, Sri Lanka

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Udakanda, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.9°C (67.8°F) and max 28.4°C (83.1°F).

Temperature

December brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.4°C (83.1°F), showing a slight difference from November's 28.3°C (82.9°F). In the month of December, an average of 19.9°C (67.8°F) marks the low-temperature.

Heat index

The heat index value for December is computed to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. 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 quite important for babies and toddlers. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Udakanda, during December, the rain falls for 25.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 209mm (8.23") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 317.7 rainfall days, and 2467mm (97.13") 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 06:03 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:02 +0530.

Sunshine

With an average of 6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Udakanda are 28.4°C (83.1°F) and 19.9°C (67.8°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in December is computed to be 34°C (93.2°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

In December, in Udakanda, the rain falls for 25.6 days. Throughout December, 209mm (8.23") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

In Udakanda, the average day length in December is 11h and 45min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:02 +0530.

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December is 6h.

January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

In Udakanda, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Udakanda, Sri Lanka

  • Average high temperature in December: 28.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.1°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.9°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 (18.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Udakanda, Sri Lanka

  • Average pressure in December: 1010.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Udakanda, Sri Lanka

  • Average wind speed in December: 4.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (8.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and March (3.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Udakanda, Sri Lanka

  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Udakanda, Sri Lanka

  • Average rainfall in December: 209mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (357mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (85mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Udakanda, Sri Lanka

  • Average rainfall days in December: 25.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (18.9 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 42min

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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Udakanda, Sri Lanka

  • Average sunshine days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (9.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (0.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Udakanda, Sri Lanka

  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December
Udakanda, Sri Lanka

  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Udakanda, Sri Lanka

  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, August and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, September, October and November (7km).