December weather forecastLaisamis, Kenya

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Laisamis, Kenya, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.9°C (85.8°F) and 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

With the onset of December, the average high-temperature registers at a still moderately hot 29.9°C (85.8°F), subtly different from November's 29.5°C (85.1°F). During December, Laisamis records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for December is computed to be a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Constant exposure and activity lead to possible fatigue. Prolonged exercise may result in heat cramps.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 58%.

Rainfall

In Laisamis, during December, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 112mm (4.41") of precipitation. In Laisamis, Kenya, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.2 days and collects up to 663mm (26.1") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Laisamis, Kenya, is December, with an average of 12h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Laisamis, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:32 EAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

January through March, May through September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in December translates into these instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Updated: Jan 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Laisamis, Kenya, during December are 29.9°C (85.8°F) and 22.3°C (72.1°F) respectively. In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).

In Laisamis, Kenya, the average relative humidity in December is 58%.

In Laisamis, in December, during 16.9 rainfall days, 112mm (4.41") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

December has the shortest days of the year in Laisamis, Kenya, with an average of 12h and 0min of daylight.

In Laisamis, Kenya, the average day length in December is 12h and 2min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:32 EAT.

In Laisamis, Kenya, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.1h.

January through March, May through September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Laisamis, Kenya.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Laisamis is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

29.5°C

29.9°C

31.7°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

17.4km/h

15km/h

15.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

5.4

22.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Laisamis, Kenya

Average high temperature in December: 29.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (32.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is November (29.5°C).

Average low temperature in December: 22.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (24.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (20.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Laisamis, Kenya

Average pressure in December: 1010.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Laisamis, Kenya

Average wind speed in December: 13.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (27.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (13.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Laisamis, Kenya

Average humidity in December: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (65%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (44%).

Average rainfall in December
Laisamis, Kenya

Average rainfall in December: 112mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (169mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Laisamis, Kenya

Average rainfall days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (1.2 days).

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

Average daylight in December: 12h and 0min

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

Average sunshine in December: 9h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Laisamis, Kenya

Average sunshine days in December: 13 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (29 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (4.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Laisamis, Kenya

Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, October and November (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Laisamis, Kenya

Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Laisamis, 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).