December weather forecastBodhei, Kenya

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Bodhei, is still a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 25.5°C (77.9°F) and 30.5°C (86.9°F).

Temperature

The commencement of December notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.5°C (86.9°F), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. December nights in Bodhei experience a minor temperature downturn to a warm 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Heat index

December's average heat index is evaluated at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Bodhei is December, with an average of 12h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:27 EAT.

Sunshine

In Bodhei, the average sunshine in December is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bodhei are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Bodhei are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in December translates into these instructions:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.