December weather forecast
Gicheru, Kenya

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Gicheru, Kenya, with temperature in the range of an average high of 24.1°C (75.4°F) and an average low of 13.9°C (57°F).

Temperature

Gicheru's entry into December measures an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24.1°C (75.4°F), closely parallel to the preceding month. During the nights in December, Gicheru experiences a consistent average temperature of 13.9°C (57°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Gicheru, in December, during 20.1 rainfall days, 58mm (2.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 241.5 rainfall days, and 676mm (26.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:42 EAT.

Sunshine

In Gicheru, the average sunshine in December is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gicheru in December?
The high-temperature during December is 24.1°C (75.4°F) and the low-temperature is 13.9°C (57°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in February is calculated to be 28°C (82.4°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In Gicheru, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.
How much does it rain in December?
In Gicheru, in December, during 20.1 rainfall days, 58mm (2.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When are the longest days?
With an average of 12h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
How many hours of daylight does Gicheru have in December?
The average day length in December is 12h and 11min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:42 EAT.
How long on average sun shines in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 9.1h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in December?
In Gicheru, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Gicheru, Kenya
Average temperature in December
Gicheru, Kenya
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (22.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (15.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12.7°C).

Average pressure in December - Gicheru, Kenya
Average pressure in December
Gicheru, Kenya
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1013.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Gicheru, Kenya
Average wind speed in December
Gicheru, Kenya
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6.1km/h).

Average humidity in December - Gicheru, Kenya
Average humidity in December
Gicheru, Kenya
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (65%).

Average rainfall in December - Gicheru, Kenya
Average rainfall in December
Gicheru, Kenya
  • Average rainfall in December: 58mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (125mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (28mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Gicheru, Kenya
Average rainfall days in December
Gicheru, Kenya
  • Average rainfall days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (27.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (12.3 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gicheru, Kenya
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gicheru, Kenya
  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December - Gicheru, Kenya
Average sunshine days in December
Gicheru, Kenya
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (1.9 days).

Average UV index in December - Gicheru, Kenya
Average UV index in December
Gicheru, Kenya
  • Average UV index in December: 5

The month with the highest UV index is September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December - Gicheru, Kenya
Average cloud cover in December
Gicheru, Kenya
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December - Gicheru, Kenya
Average visibility in December
Gicheru, Kenya
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April and May (7km).

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