December weather forecastBengoni, Kenya

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is a tropical month in Bengoni, Kenya, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.2°C (77.4°F) and 30°C (86°F).

Temperature

The start of December marks an average high-temperature of a tropical 30°C (86°F), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in November. During the nights of December, the average low-temperature holds at a warm 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index for December is appraised at a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, in Bengoni, the rain falls for 24.3 days. Throughout December, 93mm (3.66") of precipitation is accumulated. In Bengoni, Kenya, during the entire year, the rain falls for 211.8 days and collects up to 587mm (23.11") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 18min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:35 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bengoni are January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during December leads to these instructions:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

During December, Bengoni experiences an average high-temperature of 30°C (86°F) and a low-temperature of 25.2°C (77.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in December is appraised at 37°C (98.6°F).

In December, the average relative humidity in Bengoni is 77%.

In December, the rain falls for 24.3 days. Throughout December, 93mm (3.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

December has the longest days of the year in Bengoni, with an average of 12h and 18min of daylight.

The average day length in December in Bengoni is 12h and 20min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:35 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in December in Bengoni is 8.9h.

The months with the highest UV index in Bengoni are January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bengoni, Kenya

  • Average high temperature in December: 30°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Bengoni, Kenya

  • Average pressure in December: 1010.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Bengoni, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in December: 13.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (28.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (13.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Bengoni, Kenya

  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Bengoni, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in December: 93mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (94mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (17mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Bengoni, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in December: 24.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bengoni, Kenya

  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 18min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bengoni, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (3.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Bengoni, Kenya

  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Bengoni, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in December: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Bengoni, Kenya

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).