December weather forecast
Acer, Uganda

December, the first month of the winter in Acer, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33°C (91.4°F) and 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Temperature

The ushering in of December brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 33°C (91.4°F), closely mirroring the 30.9°C (87.6°F) of November. Acer sees a large disparity in day to night temperatures in December, with the night temperature dropping to an average of 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Heat index

For December, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. 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 meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 55%.

Rainfall

In Acer, in December, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 12mm (0.47") of accumulated precipitation. In Acer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187 days and collects up to 560mm (22.05") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Acer.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:58 EAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Acer. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability 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:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.