December Weather in Kandy

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Kandy, Sri Lanka, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 21°C (71°F). Highs can soar to 27°C (81°F), while lows may dip to 17°C (62°F). Typically, the humidity level in Kandy throughout December hovers around 86%.

17°C (62°F)

Minimum temperature

21°C (71°F)

Average temperature

27°C (81°F)

Maximum temperature

86%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Kandy averages 162 mm (6.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 21 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 41 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 38 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 38% probability of sunny days during this period.

162 mm (6.4 inches)

Precipitation

21 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 38 minutes

Sunshine hours

38%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Kandy reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 2 4 7 10 11 11 9 6 3 1 1 0 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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