December weather forecast
Jendele, Tanzania

December, the first month of the summer in Jendele, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 29.4°C (84.9°F) and 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Temperature

The commencement of December notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.4°C (84.9°F), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. During December's nights, Jendele notes a minor temperature decline, reaching an average of 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Jendele, Tanzania, is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 26.2 days. Throughout December, 114mm (4.49") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Jendele, there are 255.1 rainfall days, and 1172mm (46.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:39 EAT.

Sunshine

In Jendele, the average sunshine in December is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.