December weather forecast
Kakamega, Kenya

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Weather in December

In December, the weather in Kakamega, Kenya becomes colder and drier, signaling the approach of a new year. There is a marked decrease in the rainfall compared to the previous month, making it more pleasant for outdoor activities. The city's temperature in December varies between a maximum of 26.5°C (79.7°F) and a minimum of 14.8°C (58.6°F). The cool weather and loved holiday season, brings along more visitors, making it a busy month for Kakamega.

Temperature

The shift into December reveals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.5°C (79.7°F), closely mirroring November's climate. Kakamega temperatures generally rest at a low of 14.8°C (58.6°F) during the December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Kakamega is 70%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 22.1 days. Throughout December, 124mm (4.88") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kakamega, there are 240.6 rainfall days, and 1133mm (44.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In December, the average length of the day is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:47 EAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Kakamega?

In December, in Kakamega, the average high-temperature is 26.5°C (79.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 14.8°C (58.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in March is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Kakamega?

The average relative humidity in December is 70%.

How much does it rain in Kakamega in December?

In December, in Kakamega, the rain falls for 22.1 days. Throughout December, 124mm (4.88") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Kakamega have in December?

In December, the average day length in Kakamega is 12h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kakamega?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:47 EAT.

How long on average sun shines in December in Kakamega?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Kakamega is 9.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Kakamega?

The months with the lowest UV index are April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in December in Kakamega?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Kakamega, Kenya

Average temperature in December - Kakamega, Kenya
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (29.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (13.7°C).

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Average pressure in December
Kakamega, Kenya

Average pressure in December - Kakamega, Kenya
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.9mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1015.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Kakamega, Kenya

Average wind speed in December - Kakamega, Kenya
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (5.4km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Kakamega, Kenya

Average humidity in December - Kakamega, Kenya
  • Average humidity in December: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (54%).

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Average rainfall in December
Kakamega, Kenya

Average rainfall in December - Kakamega, Kenya
  • Average rainfall in December: 124mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (175mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (35mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Kakamega, Kenya

Average rainfall days in December - Kakamega, Kenya
  • Average rainfall days in December: 22.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (25.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kakamega, Kenya

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Kakamega, Kenya

Average sunshine days in December - Kakamega, Kenya
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (4.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Kakamega, Kenya

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Kakamega, Kenya

Average cloud cover in December - Kakamega, Kenya
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in December
Kakamega, Kenya

Average visibility in December - Kakamega, Kenya
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and June (8km).

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