December weather forecast
Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a hot month in Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya, with an average temperature varying between 24.5°C (76.1°F) and 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

Maji ya Chumvi's December average high-temperature settles at a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), showing a near match with the preceding month. In December, Maji ya Chumvi encounters an average low-temperature of 24.5°C (76.1°F) during the night.

Heat index

The average heat index in December is calculated to be a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Maji ya Chumvi, in December, it is raining for 21.2 days, with typically 46mm (1.81") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 167.2 rainfall days, and 312mm (12.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya, with an average of 12h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Maji ya Chumvi, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:35 EAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Maji ya Chumvi is 9.1h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Maji ya Chumvi. 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:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is December in Maji ya Chumvi?
The average high-temperature, in December, in Maji ya Chumvi, is 30.8°C (87.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 24.5°C (76.1°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 39°C (102.2°F).
What are the most humid months in Maji ya Chumvi?
The months with the highest humidity in Maji ya Chumvi are January, May, September through December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.
What is the average humidity in December in Maji ya Chumvi?
The average relative humidity in December in Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya, is 77%.
How many days does it rain in December in Maji ya Chumvi?
In Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya, in December, during 21.2 rainfall days, 46mm (1.81") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When are the longest days in Maji ya Chumvi?
December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 18min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Maji ya Chumvi?
The average day length in December in Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya, is 12h and 20min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Maji ya Chumvi?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, in Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:35 EAT.
How long on average sun shines in December in Maji ya Chumvi?
The average sunshine duration in December is 9.1h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Maji ya Chumvi?
January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Maji ya Chumvi.
What is the UV index reading in December in Maji ya Chumvi?
In Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya
Average temperature in December
Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are March and April (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22°C).

Average pressure in December - Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya
Average pressure in December
Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya
  • Average pressure in December: 1011mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya
Average wind speed in December
Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (23.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (11.9km/h).

Average humidity in December - Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya
Average humidity in December
Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, May, September, October, November and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in December - Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya
Average rainfall in December
Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya
  • Average rainfall in December: 46mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (48mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (10mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya
Average rainfall days in December
Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya
  • Average rainfall days in December: 21.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya
  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December - Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya
Average sunshine days in December
Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7 days).

Average UV index in December - Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya
Average UV index in December
Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya
  • Average UV index in December: 7

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

Average cloud cover in December - Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya
Average cloud cover in December
Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya
  • Average cloud cover in December: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December - Maji ya Chumvi, Kenya
Average visibility in December
Maji ya Chumvi, 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).

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