December weather forecastKigombo, Kenya

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a warm month in Kigombo, Kenya, with an average temperature varying between 28.4°C (83.1°F) and 19.7°C (67.5°F).

Temperature

Kigombo's December average high-temperature settles at a still moderately hot 28.4°C (83.1°F), showing a near match with the preceding month. Kigombo throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 19.7°C (67.5°F).

Heat index

December's mean heat index is calculated to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Kigombo, Kenya. Rain falls for 27 days and accumulates 145mm (5.71") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Kigombo is December, with an average of 12h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Kigombo, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:38 EAT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are November and December, with an average of 8.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Frequently asked questions

During December, Kigombo experiences an average high-temperature of 28.4°C (83.1°F) and a low-temperature of 19.7°C (67.5°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 33°C (91.4°F).

With an average relative humidity of 80%, December is the most humid month.

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

December is the month with the most rainfall in Kigombo, Kenya. Rain falls for 27 days and accumulates 145mm (5.71") of precipitation.

In December, in Kigombo, the rain falls for 27 days. Throughout December, 145mm (5.71") of precipitation is accumulated.

December has the longest days of the year in Kigombo, Kenya, with an average of 12h and 18min of daylight.

The average day length in December in Kigombo is 12h and 19min.

On the first day of December in Kigombo, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:38 EAT.

November and December, with an average of 8.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Kigombo, Kenya.

In Kigombo, the average sunshine duration in December is 8.2h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Kigombo.

The months with the lowest UV index in Kigombo, Kenya, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

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

  • Average high temperature in December: 28.4°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (30.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (20.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (17.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Kigombo, Kenya

  • Average pressure in December: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Kigombo, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (16.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Kigombo, Kenya

  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Kigombo, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in December: 145mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (145mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kigombo, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in December: 27 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (27 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.6 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kigombo, 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: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 12min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kigombo, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (2.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Kigombo, Kenya

  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December
Kigombo, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Kigombo, Kenya

  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April and December (8km).