December weather forecastWenje, Kenya

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a tropical month in Wenje, Kenya, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.5°C (86.9°F) and an average low of 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Temperature

December reports an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), slightly varied from November's 30.1°C (86.2°F). Wenje experiences an average nighttime temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F) in December, reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak.

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is evaluated at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. 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.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 21.6 days. Throughout December, 77mm (3.03") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wenje, there are 192.5 rainfall days, and 641mm (25.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Wenje is December, with an average of 12h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Wenje, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:29 EAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Wenje is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Wenje are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Wenje, Kenya, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.