December weather forecastHaruru, Kenya

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Haruru, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.8°C (74.8°F) and max 32.7°C (90.9°F).

Temperature

Haruru's weather in December displays an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.7°C (90.9°F), showing minor disparity from November's 32.9°C (91.2°F). During the nights in December, the temperature in Haruru averages to a moderately hot 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

December's mean heat index is appraised at a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Haruru, Kenya, are November and December, with an average relative humidity of 65%.

Rainfall

In Haruru, in December, it is raining for 18.7 days, with typically 85mm (3.35") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 103.3 rainfall days, and 326mm (12.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Haruru, with an average of 12h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Haruru, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:28 EAT.

Sunshine

In Haruru, the average sunshine in December is 8.4h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Haruru. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Haruru. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.