December weather forecast
Kerege, Tanzania

The first month of the summer, December, is still a tropical month in Kerege, Tanzania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and an average low of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Temperature

The shift from November to December is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), not significantly different from the 30.3°C (86.5°F) of November. During the nights in December, the temperature in Kerege averages to a moderately hot 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index in December is calculated to be a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Kerege, Tanzania, during December, the rain falls for 24.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 75mm (2.95") of precipitation. In Kerege, during the entire year, the rain falls for 255.3 days and collects up to 734mm (28.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Kerege is December, with an average of 12h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of December, in Kerege, Tanzania, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:41 EAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Kerege is 9.2h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during December translates into the following directions:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.