December weather forecastMkomba, Kenya
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the summer in Mkomba, is still a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 30.8°C (87.4°F) and 24.5°C (76.1°F).Temperature
The transition into December reveals an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), mirroring a close resemblance to November. During December, Mkomba's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 24.5°C (76.1°F).Heat index
The heat index value during December is appraised at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January, May, September through December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In Mkomba, during December, the rain falls for 21.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 46mm (1.81") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 167.2 rainfall days, and 312mm (12.28") of precipitation is accumulated.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 06:01 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of December, in Mkomba, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:37 EAT.
Sunshine
In Mkomba, the average sunshine in December is 9.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Mkomba, 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
Mkomba, 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
Mkomba, 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
Mkomba, 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
Mkomba, 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
Mkomba, 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
Mkomba, Kenya
- Average daylight in December: 12h and 24min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 9h and 6min
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
Mkomba, 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
Mkomba, 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
Mkomba, 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
Mkomba, 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).
