Sri LankaAverage weather for Hiriketiya in December
It's warm in December in Hiriketiya with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 19°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Hiriketiya with hot temps, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights around 19°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 27°C, with nights around 19°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Hiriketiya is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In December, there is an average of 305 mm of precipitation, spread over 22 days. The wind speed is around 2 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Hiriketiya in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
27°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
28°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
26°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
305 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
22 days | 17 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Hiriketiya?
Looking for sun? December isn’t a good month to be in Hiriketiya. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2023, Hiriketiya reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 9°C to a highest value of 21°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Hiriketiya
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Hiriketiya, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Hiriketiya
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Hiriketiya, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 22 days of precipitation in Hiriketiya.
Daily UV index in December in Hiriketiya
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Hiriketiya, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Hiriketiya over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Hiriketiya, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Hiriketiya over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Hiriketiya, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Hiriketiya
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Average weather in Hiriketiya by month
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