December weather forecastAshuwei, Kenya

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a hot month in Ashuwei, Kenya, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.5°C (77.9°F) and max 30.5°C (86.9°F).

Temperature

December's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), diverging marginally from November's 30.1°C (86.2°F). During the nights of December, the average low-temperature in Ashuwei holds at a moderately hot 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Heat index

December's mean heat index is evaluated at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Ashuwei, in December, during 21.6 rainfall days, 77mm (3.03") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ashuwei, during the entire year, the rain falls for 192.5 days and collects up to 641mm (25.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Ashuwei, Kenya, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:24 EAT.

Sunshine

In Ashuwei, Kenya, the average sunshine in December is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Ashuwei. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.