Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 20°C (68°F). Highs can soar to 25°C (77°F), while lows may dip to 15°C (60°F). Typically, the humidity level in Nuwara Eliya throughout December hovers around 86%.
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In December, Nuwara Eliya averages 180 mm (7.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 19 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 43 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 38 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 40% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In December, the UV Index in Nuwara Eliya 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.
| 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 | |
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| 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 | ||||