Temperatures in December
It's warm in December in Nuwara Eliya with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 19°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Nuwara Eliya in December. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Nuwara Eliya with hot temperatures, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights close to 19°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 30°C, with nights close to 18°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Nuwara Eliya will be around 30°C, with nights close to 18°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in December
In December, there is an average of 284 mm of precipitation, spread over 21 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
The average precipitation chance this month is 67% per day. Though that seems frequent, there are also a few days with lower precipitation chances.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in December for Nuwara Eliya. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Nuwara Eliya in December |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
29°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
31°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
28°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
284 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
21 days | 10 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 Nuwara Eliya?
After some sun? Then December isn’t the best time to be in Nuwara Eliya. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Nuwara Eliya in December
With 34°C, Nuwara Eliya hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2022. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 9°C to a high of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Nuwara Eliya
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in Nuwara Eliya, 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 Nuwara Eliya
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Nuwara Eliya, 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 21 days of rain in Nuwara Eliya.
Daily UV Index in December in Nuwara Eliya
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Nuwara Eliya, 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 Nuwara Eliya Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Nuwara Eliya, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in Nuwara Eliya Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Nuwara Eliya, 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 Nuwara Eliya
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Average Weather in Nuwara Eliya by Month
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