December weather forecastKiongwe, Kenya

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Kiongwe, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.5°C (86.9°F) and min 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Temperature

December registers an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.5°C (86.9°F), slightly varied from November's 30.1°C (86.2°F). Kiongwe's December nights demonstrate minimal variation from the daytime temperatures, with an average of 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Heat index

During December, the heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is a late-stage sign of dehydration - hence, it is necessary to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

In Kiongwe, Kenya, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 21.6 days. Throughout December, 77mm (3.03") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kiongwe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 192.5 days and collects up to 641mm (25.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Kiongwe, Kenya, with an average of 12h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:27 EAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kiongwe, Kenya. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Kiongwe. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in December leads to these guidelines:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature in Kiongwe, Kenya, during December is 30.5°C (86.9°F) and the low-temperature is 25.5°C (77.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in December is calculated to be 38°C (100.4°F).

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

In Kiongwe, Kenya, in December, during 21.6 rainfall days, 77mm (3.03") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The month with the longest days in Kiongwe is December, with an average of 12h and 18min of daylight.

The average day length in December in Kiongwe is 12h and 16min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, in Kiongwe, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:27 EAT.

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

The months with the highest UV index in Kiongwe, Kenya, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The months with the lowest UV index in Kiongwe are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In Kiongwe, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kiongwe, Kenya

  • Average high temperature in December: 30.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (24°C).

Average pressure in December
Kiongwe, Kenya

  • Average pressure in December: 1010.4mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1014.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1009.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Kiongwe, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in December: 15.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (27.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (14.5km/h).

Average humidity in December
Kiongwe, Kenya

  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Kiongwe, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in December: 77mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (156mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (7mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kiongwe, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in December: 21.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (24.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kiongwe, 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 24min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kiongwe, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (4.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Kiongwe, 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
Kiongwe, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in December: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Kiongwe, 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).