December weather forecastKamale, Kenya

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is a hot month in Kamale, Kenya, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.7°C (78.3°F) and 30.4°C (86.7°F).

Temperature

The start of December sees the average high-temperature at a tropical 30.4°C (86.7°F), showing little difference from November's 29.7°C (85.5°F). December nights in Kamale experience a minor temperature downturn to a warm 25.7°C (78.3°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in December is appraised at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely significant for 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.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Kamale is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 23.6 days and typically aggregates up to 78mm (3.07") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Kamale, with an average of 12h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Kamale, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:31 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kamale. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Kamale, Kenya. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. 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. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Kamale, Kenya, during December are 30.4°C (86.7°F) and 25.7°C (78.3°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in December is appraised at 38°C (100.4°F).

The average relative humidity in December in Kamale, Kenya, is 76%.

The month with the most rainfall in Kamale, Kenya, is December, when the rain falls for 23.6 days and typically aggregates up to 78mm (3.07") of precipitation.

In December, the rain falls for 23.6 days. Throughout December, 78mm (3.07") of precipitation is accumulated.

With an average of 12h and 18min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Kamale.

The average day length in December in Kamale is 12h and 17min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:31 EAT.

In Kamale, Kenya, the average sunshine duration in December is 9h.

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 in Kamale, Kenya.

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

  • Average high temperature in December: 30.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are August and September (23.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Kamale, Kenya

  • Average pressure in December: 1010.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Kamale, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in December: 14.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (28.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (14.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Kamale, Kenya

  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, October and November (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Kamale, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in December: 78mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (78mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (14mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kamale, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in December: 23.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 18min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kamale, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Kamale, Kenya

  • Average UV index in December: 7

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

Average cloud cover in December
Kamale, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in December: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Kamale, 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).