December weather forecast
Mbegani, Kenya

The first month of the summer, December, is still a hot month in Mbegani, Kenya, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.8°C (87.4°F) and min 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Temperature

December commences with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), showing little deviation from November's 30.2°C (86.4°F). Mbegani encounters an average low-temperature of 24.5°C (76.1°F) during December nights.

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Mbegani are January, May, September through December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Mbegani, in December, during 21.2 rainfall days, 46mm (1.81") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mbegani, Kenya, there are 167.2 rainfall days, and 312mm (12.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of December, in Mbegani, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:37 EAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Mbegani, Kenya, is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Mbegani are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in December interprets into the following advice:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.