December weather forecastLokichar, Kenya
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a hot month in Lokichar, Kenya, with an average temperature varying between 26°C (78.8°F) and 33.8°C (92.8°F).Temperature
The transition from November to December sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.8°C (92.8°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. Lokichar temperatures generally rest at a low of 26°C (78.8°F) during the December nights.Heat index
The heat index in December is computed to be a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.
Humidity
In Lokichar, the average relative humidity in December is 42%.Rainfall
In Lokichar, during December, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 84.4 rainfall days, and 259mm (10.2") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Lokichar is December, with an average of 12h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of December in Lokichar, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:40 EAT.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Lokichar is 9.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Lokichar are January through March, May, September, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 8 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Never neglect to protect yourself. Eyes and skin can suffer swift damage. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Lokichar, Kenya
- Average high temperature in December: 33.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (36°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (32.1°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 26°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (27.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (25.2°C).
Average pressure in December
Lokichar, Kenya
- Average pressure in December: 1009.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1008.6mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Lokichar, Kenya
- Average wind speed in December: 13.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (17.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (12.8km/h).
Average humidity in December
Lokichar, Kenya
- Average humidity in December: 42%
The months with the highest relative humidity are April and May (49%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (34%).
Average rainfall in December
Lokichar, Kenya
- Average rainfall in December: 18mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (58mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (5mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Lokichar, Kenya
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lokichar, Kenya
- Average daylight in December: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 9h and 48min
The months with the most sunshine are February and September (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Lokichar, Kenya
- Average sunshine days in December: 21.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Lokichar, Kenya
- Average UV index in December: 8
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, May, September, October and December (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, June, July, August and November (UV index 7).
Average cloud cover in December
Lokichar, Kenya
- Average cloud cover in December: 17
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 10).
Average visibility in December
Lokichar, 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).
