Sri LankaAverage weather for Sigiriya in December
It's hot in December in Sigiriya with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 24°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Sigiriya with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 24°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 31°C, with nights around 24°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Sigiriya is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 23°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
In December, there is an average of 274 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Sigiriya in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
30°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
31°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
29°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
274 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
19 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 Sigiriya?
Looking for sun? December isn’t a good month to be in Sigiriya. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2023, Sigiriya reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 17°C to a highest value of 25°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Sigiriya
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Sigiriya, 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 Sigiriya
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Sigiriya, 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 19 days of precipitation in Sigiriya.
Daily UV index in December in Sigiriya
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Sigiriya, 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 Sigiriya over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Sigiriya, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Sigiriya over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Sigiriya, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Sigiriya
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sigiriya. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Sigiriya by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sigiriya. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
