December weather forecastBata, Uganda

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bata, is a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 17.9°C (64.2°F) and 30.2°C (86.4°F).

Temperature

Bata registers an average high-temperature of a hot 30.2°C (86.4°F) with the arrival of December, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. The average low-temperature reading in December for Bata reflects a significant fall from the daytime highs, stabilizing at a refreshing 17.9°C (64.2°F).

Heat index

December's average heat index is calculated to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 61%.

Rainfall

In Bata, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 219.8 rainfall days, and 938mm (36.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Bata, Uganda.
On the first day of December in Bata, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:50 EAT.

Sunshine

In Bata, the average sunshine in December is 9.6h.

UV index

In Bata, Uganda, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in December interprets into the following advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in December, in Bata, is 30.2°C (86.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 17.9°C (64.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in December is calculated to be 33°C (91.4°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 61%.

In Bata, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 12h and 0min of daylight.

In Bata, the average day length in December is 12h and 1min.

On the first day of December in Bata, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:50 EAT.

In Bata, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.6h.

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Bata, Uganda, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bata, Uganda

  • Average high temperature in December: 30.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (34°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (20.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (16.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Bata, Uganda

  • Average pressure in December: 1010.8mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1013.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Bata, Uganda

  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (4.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Bata, Uganda

  • Average humidity in December: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (41%).

Average rainfall in December
Bata, Uganda

  • Average rainfall in December: 43mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (144mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (15mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Bata, Uganda

  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (26.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 36min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bata, Uganda

  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (3.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Bata, Uganda

  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December
Bata, Uganda

  • Average cloud cover in December: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in December
Bata, Uganda

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (7km).