December Weather in Jaffna

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Jaffna, Sri Lanka, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 26°C (80°F). Highs can soar to 28°C (83°F), while lows may dip to 25°C (77°F). Typically, the humidity level in Jaffna throughout December hovers around 85%.

25°C (77°F)

Minimum temperature

26°C (80°F)

Average temperature

28°C (83°F)

Maximum temperature

85%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Jaffna averages 254 mm (10.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 18 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 33 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 47 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 51% probability of sunny days during this period.

254 mm (10.0 inches)

Precipitation

18 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 47 minutes

Sunshine hours

51%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Jaffna reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 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 1 3 6 8 10 10 8 6 3 1 1 0 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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