December weather forecastMakamini, Kenya

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Makamini, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.8°C (87.4°F) and 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Temperature

December denotes a minimal variation in the average high-temperature to a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F) from November's 30.2°C (86.4°F). In December, Makamini's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 24.5°C (76.1°F) during the night.

Heat index

December's heat index is computed to be a sweltering 39°C (102.2°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. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Makamini, Kenya, are January, May, September through December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Makamini, in December, it is raining for 21.2 days, with typically 46mm (1.81") of accumulated precipitation. In Makamini, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.2 days and collects up to 312mm (12.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of December, in Makamini, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:36 EAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Makamini are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during December translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.