December weather forecastAbia, Uganda

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Abia, Uganda, with an average temperature varying between 29.9°C (85.8°F) and 18.5°C (65.3°F).

Temperature

December's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.9°C (85.8°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Nighttime temperatures in December average to a comfortable 18.5°C (65.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during December is computed to be a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Continuing activity during long-lasting exposure might induce tiredness and result in heat cramps.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.

Humidity

In Abia, Uganda, the average relative humidity in December is 55%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Abia, there are 235.5 rainfall days, and 1389mm (54.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Abia.
On the first day of December in Abia, Uganda, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:57 EAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Abia, Uganda, is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during December translates into the following directions:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. 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. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in December, in Abia, is 29.9°C (85.8°F) and the average low-temperature is 18.5°C (65.3°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).

In December, the average relative humidity in Abia is 55%.

In Abia, during December, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of precipitation.

The month with the shortest days in Abia is December, with an average of 11h and 54min of daylight.

In December, the average day length in Abia is 11h and 56min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:57 EAT.

In Abia, Uganda, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.7h.

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Abia, Uganda.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Abia is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Abia, Uganda

  • Average high temperature in December: 29.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (33.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (26.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (20.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (17.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Abia, Uganda

  • Average pressure in December: 1010.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1008.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Abia, Uganda

  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Abia, Uganda

  • Average humidity in December: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (38%).

Average rainfall in December
Abia, Uganda

  • Average rainfall in December: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (226mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (3mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Abia, Uganda

  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (29.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Abia, Uganda

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 42min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Abia, Uganda

  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Abia, Uganda

  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Abia, Uganda

  • Average cloud cover in December: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December
Abia, Uganda

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August, September and October (8km).