Normal weather for India in December
It's warm in December in India with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 17°C.
According to weather history, there is only 8,1 mm of precipitation in December. The wind speed is around 2 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
India in December |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
27°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
29°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
25°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
8,1 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
2 days | 10 days | |
Start of December
The month of December starts in India with hot temperatures, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights close to 15°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal for the day. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature drops to around 27°C, with nights close to 14°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal for the day. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in India will be around 27°C, with nights close to 12°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal for the day. In the evening and morning, we recommend a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Want nice weather? Then December is a great time to be in India. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
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Temperature records for India in December
With 36°C, India hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2019. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 3°C to a high of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in India
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in India, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in India
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for India, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown 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 rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect around 2 days of rain in India.
Daily UV Index in December in India
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in India, 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 India Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in India, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in India Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in India, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in December for India
Click on a specific day in December for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in India. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in India by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for India. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
