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
December
Weather in December
Temperature
In Welikanda, Sri Lanka, the months of January and December are known for the lowest temperatures, reaching an average high of 29.3°C (84.7°F).Heat index
The average heat index in December is evaluated at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 84%, December is the most humid month.Rainfall
In Welikanda, in December, it is raining for 22.9 days, with typically 127mm (5") of accumulated precipitation. In Welikanda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 196.8 days and collects up to 943mm (37.13") of precipitation.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 17:58 +0530.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.UV index
January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Welikanda, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in December: 29.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (34.9°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (29.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 21.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (24.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (20°C).
Average pressure in December
Welikanda, Sri Lanka
- Average pressure in December: 1010.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1007.5mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Welikanda, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in December: 9.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (23.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (7.1km/h).
Average humidity in December
Welikanda, Sri Lanka
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and September (67%).
Average rainfall in December
Welikanda, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in December: 127mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (214mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (15mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Welikanda, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in December: 22.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (24.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (7.8 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Welikanda, Sri Lanka
- Average daylight in December: 11h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Welikanda, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in December: 5.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (4.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Welikanda, Sri Lanka
- Average UV index in December: 6
The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Welikanda, Sri Lanka
- Average cloud cover in December: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in December
Welikanda, Sri Lanka
- Average visibility in December: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (7km).
