December weather forecast
Lunga-Lunga, Kenya

The first month of the summer, December, is also a hot month in Lunga-Lunga, Kenya, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.9°C (89.4°F) and 23.9°C (75°F).

Temperature

Lunga-Lunga, Kenya, commences December with an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.9°C (89.4°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. The average low-temperature in Lunga-Lunga during December nights is a moderately hot 23.9°C (75°F).

Heat index

December's average heat index is estimated at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

January through March, June, July and December, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Lunga-Lunga, during December, the rain falls for 21.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation. In Lunga-Lunga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 204.6 days and collects up to 605mm (23.82") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Lunga-Lunga.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of December, in Lunga-Lunga, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:38 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. 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. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.