December weather forecast
Vellankulam, Sri Lanka

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Vellankulam, is still a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25°C (77°F) and max 28.5°C (83.3°F).

Temperature

Vellankulam ushers in December with an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.5°C (83.3°F), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. December's average low-temperature is a still moderately hot 25°C (77°F), reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak temperatures.

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is computed to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.

Humidity

November and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months in Vellankulam, Sri Lanka.

Rainfall

In Vellankulam, in December, it is raining for 20.5 days, with typically 130mm (5.12") of accumulated precipitation. In Vellankulam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.2 days and collects up to 849mm (33.43") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Vellankulam, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:00 +0530.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are November and December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Vellankulam, Sri Lanka. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is December in Vellankulam?
The high-temperature, in December, in Vellankulam, is 28.5°C (83.3°F), while the low-temperature averages to 25°C (77°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in December is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F).
What are the most humid months in Vellankulam?
The months with the highest humidity are November and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.
What is the average humidity in December in Vellankulam?
In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.
How much does it rain in Vellankulam in December?
In Vellankulam, in December, it is raining for 20.5 days, with typically 130mm (5.12") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the month with the shortest days in Vellankulam?
The month with the shortest days in Vellankulam, Sri Lanka, is December, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Vellankulam have in December?
In December, the average day length in Vellankulam, Sri Lanka, is 11h and 36min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Vellankulam?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, in Vellankulam, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:00 +0530.
What are the months with the least sunshine in Vellankulam?
November and December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Vellankulam, Sri Lanka.
How many hours of sunshine does Vellankulam have in December?
In Vellankulam, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.7h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Vellankulam?
January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Vellankulam.
How high is the UV index in December in Vellankulam?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Vellankulam, Sri Lanka
Average temperature in December
Vellankulam, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (28.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (23.9°C).

Average pressure in December - Vellankulam, Sri Lanka
Average pressure in December
Vellankulam, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in December: 1010.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1006.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Vellankulam, Sri Lanka
Average wind speed in December
Vellankulam, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in December: 20km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (32.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (15.4km/h).

Average humidity in December - Vellankulam, Sri Lanka
Average humidity in December
Vellankulam, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (75%).

Average rainfall in December - Vellankulam, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall in December
Vellankulam, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in December: 130mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (207mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (28mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Vellankulam, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall days in December
Vellankulam, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in December: 20.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are October and November (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December - Vellankulam, Sri Lanka
Average sunshine days in December
Vellankulam, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (4.4 days).

Average UV index in December - Vellankulam, Sri Lanka
Average UV index in December
Vellankulam, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December - Vellankulam, Sri Lanka
Average cloud cover in December
Vellankulam, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in December - Vellankulam, Sri Lanka
Average visibility in December
Vellankulam, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (9km).

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