December weather forecast
Takaungu, Kenya

The first month of the summer, December, is a hot month in Takaungu, Kenya, with an average temperature varying between 25.2°C (77.4°F) and 30°C (86°F).

Temperature

The transition from November to December sees an average high-temperature of a hot 30°C (86°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. December nights register a minor temperature decline, steadying at a moderately hot 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during December is calculated to be a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. 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 especially vital to children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Takaungu is 77%.

Rainfall

In Takaungu, in December, it is raining for 24.3 days, with typically 93mm (3.66") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 211.8 rainfall days, and 587mm (23.11") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Takaungu, the average seawater temperature in December is 28.3°C (82.9°F).
Note: Water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are regarded as highly pleasant, making all water activities enjoyable without any discomfort over long durations.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 18min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Takaungu.
On the first day of December in Takaungu, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:33 EAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Takaungu. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in December translates into the following instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Warning! Reflective surfaces like sand and water amplify the Sun's UV radiation.