December weather forecastEl Ben, Kenya

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in El Ben, is still a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.4°C (75.9°F) and 33.5°C (92.3°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.5°C (92.3°F), nearly identical to November's 32.4°C (90.3°F). An average temperature of 24.4°C (75.9°F) marks the nights in El Ben in December.

Heat index

The heat index in December is calculated to be a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for 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.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

In El Ben, the average relative humidity in December is 53%.

Rainfall

In El Ben, Kenya, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of precipitation. In El Ben, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.2 days and collects up to 366mm (14.41") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in El Ben, Kenya, with an average of 12h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:22 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9.1h.

UV index

March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in El Ben, Kenya. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during December translates into the following guidance:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in El Ben, is 33.5°C (92.3°F), while the low-temperature averages to 24.4°C (75.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in December is calculated to be 38°C (100.4°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 53%.

In El Ben, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 0min of daylight.

In El Ben, Kenya, the average day length in December is 11h and 59min.

On the first day of December in El Ben, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:22 EAT.

In El Ben, Kenya, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.1h.

The months with the lowest UV index are March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
El Ben, Kenya

  • Average high temperature in December: 33.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (36.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (31.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22.4°C).

Average pressure in December
El Ben, Kenya

  • Average pressure in December: 1010.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December
El Ben, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in December: 13.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (25.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (13.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
El Ben, Kenya

  • Average humidity in December: 53%

The months with the highest relative humidity are April and May (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (41%).

Average rainfall in December
El Ben, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in December: 35mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (97mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December
El Ben, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.3 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
El Ben, Kenya

  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
El Ben, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and November (6.6 days).

Average UV index in December
El Ben, Kenya

  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January and February (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in December
El Ben, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
El Ben, 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).