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
December brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.9°C (84°F), nearly identical to the preceding month. Yakkalamulla's nighttime temperature in December experiences a slight dip from daytime highs, falling to an average of 24.8°C (76.6°F).Heat index
The average heat index in December is calculated to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Take extra safety measures to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Heatstroke could follow lengthy activity.Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical 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 remain especially vital for 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
In Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.Rainfall
In Yakkalamulla, during December, the rain falls for 22.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 114mm (4.49") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 286.9 rainfall days, and 1974mm (77.72") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:04 +0530.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7h of sunshine.UV index
January through April, June through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot does it get in December?
What is the average humidity in December?
How many days does it rain in December?
What is the month with the shortest days?
What is the average length of the day in December?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
What is the month with the least sunshine?
How many hours of sunshine does Yakkalamulla have in December?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Yakkalamulla?
What is the UV index reading in December?
Average temperature in December
Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in December: 28.9°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (30.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are August and September (28.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 24.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24°C).
Average pressure in December
Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka
- Average pressure in December: 1010.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.9mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in December: 9.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (20.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7.8km/h).
Average humidity in December
Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and September (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in December: 114mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (302mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (38mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in December: 22.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (28 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (14.8 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka
- Average daylight in December: 11h and 5min
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 48min).
- Average sunshine in December: 7h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in December: 6.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (1 days).
Average UV index in December
Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka
- Average UV index in December: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and September (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in December
Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka
- Average cloud cover in December: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in December
Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
