December weather forecastMaktau, Kenya

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Maktau, is still a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.4°C (83.1°F) and min 19.7°C (67.5°F).

Temperature

December's onset records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a still warm 28.4°C (83.1°F) from November's 28.9°C (84°F). Throughout December, the average low-temperature records at an enjoyable 19.7°C (67.5°F).

Heat index

For December, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. 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 are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Maktau. Rain falls for 27 days and accumulates 145mm (5.71") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Maktau is December, with an average of 12h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Maktau, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:40 EAT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Maktau are November and December, with an average of 8.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Maktau, Kenya. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Maktau. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in December translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. 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. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

In December, in Maktau, the average high-temperature is 28.4°C (83.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 19.7°C (67.5°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 33°C (91.4°F).

December is the most humid month in Maktau, Kenya, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

December is the month with the most rainfall in Maktau. Rain falls for 27 days and accumulates 145mm (5.71") of precipitation.

In Maktau, Kenya, in December, it is raining for 27 days, with typically 145mm (5.71") of accumulated precipitation.

The month with the longest days in Maktau is December, with an average of 12h and 18min of daylight.

In December, the average day length in Maktau is 12h and 19min.

On the first day of December in Maktau, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:40 EAT.

The months with the least sunshine in Maktau, Kenya, are November and December, with an average of 8.2h of sunshine.

In Maktau, the average sunshine duration in December is 8.2h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Maktau, Kenya.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Maktau, Kenya

  • Average high temperature in December: 28.4°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (30.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (20.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (17.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Maktau, Kenya

  • Average pressure in December: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Maktau, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (16.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Maktau, Kenya

  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Maktau, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in December: 145mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (145mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Maktau, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in December: 27 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (27 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.6 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 18min

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: 8h and 12min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Maktau, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (2.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Maktau, Kenya

  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December
Maktau, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Maktau, Kenya

  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April and December (8km).