December weather forecastMalakisi, Kenya

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Malakisi, is still a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 15.8°C (60.4°F) and max 27.8°C (82°F).

Temperature

Entering December, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still moderately hot 27.8°C (82°F), exhibiting a minimal shift from November's 27.5°C (81.5°F). During December, Malakisi detects a significant contrast from its daytime temperatures, with nights averaging at a refreshing 15.8°C (60.4°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is appraised at a hot 30°C (86°F). With extended exposure and activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Malakisi is 71%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 22.5 days. Throughout December, 101mm (3.98") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Malakisi, there are 300.8 rainfall days, and 1573mm (61.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through August, October through December are months without snowfall in Malakisi, Kenya.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Malakisi, with an average of 12h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of December, in Malakisi, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:48 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Malakisi is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Malakisi are January through March, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in December leads to these recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Updated: Jan 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 27.8°C (82°F) and 15.8°C (60.4°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in December is appraised at 30°C (86°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 71%.

In December, in Malakisi, Kenya, the rain falls for 22.5 days. Throughout December, 101mm (3.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

January through August, October through December are months without snowfall in Malakisi.

With an average of 12h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

The average day length in December in Malakisi is 12h and 5min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:48 EAT.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 9.4h.

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

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Malakisi, Kenya, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

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December

Jan

Average high temperature

27.5°C

27.8°C

29.9°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

5.8km/h

6.3km/h

7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

0.6

4.1

13.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Malakisi, Kenya

Average high temperature in December: 27.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (25.2°C).

Average low temperature in December: 15.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (15.5°C).

Average pressure in December
Malakisi, Kenya

Average pressure in December: 1011.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Malakisi, Kenya

Average wind speed in December: 5.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Malakisi, Kenya

Average humidity in December: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (55%).

Average rainfall in December
Malakisi, Kenya

Average rainfall in December: 101mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (257mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (36mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Malakisi, Kenya

Average rainfall days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (30.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Malakisi, Kenya

Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is September (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Malakisi, Kenya

Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

Average sunshine in December: 9h and 24min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Malakisi, Kenya

Average sunshine days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (0.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Malakisi, Kenya

Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, September, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and October (UV index 5).