December weather forecastBura, Kenya

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a tropical month in Bura, Kenya, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.7°C (90.9°F) and 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Temperature

December's onset sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.7°C (90.9°F), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Throughout the December nights, Bura encounters a low-temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

December's mean heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

November and December, with an average relative humidity of 65%, are the most humid months in Bura.

Rainfall

In Bura, Kenya, during December, the rain falls for 18.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 85mm (3.35") of precipitation. In Bura, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.3 days and collects up to 326mm (12.83") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of December, in Bura, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:29 EAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

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. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.