December weather forecastKituu, Kenya

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Kituu, is still a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.8°C (87.4°F) and min 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Kituu's average high-temperature is noted with the start of December, touching a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F) from November's 30.2°C (86.4°F). In Kituu, December is marked by an average low-temperature of 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during December is computed to be a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

January, May, September through December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, in Kituu, the rain falls for 21.2 days. Throughout December, 46mm (1.81") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.2 rainfall days, and 312mm (12.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:36 EAT.

Sunshine

In Kituu, the average sunshine in December is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.