December weather forecastBudaka, Uganda

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a warm month in Budaka, Uganda, with an average temperature varying between 15.8°C (60.4°F) and 27.8°C (82°F).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, the average high-temperature rests at a still moderately hot 27.8°C (82°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Budaka experiences a drastic reduction from day temperatures to an average low of 15.8°C (60.4°F) in December.

Heat index

The heat index value during December is estimated at a hot 30°C (86°F). One might feel worn out with persistent exposure and activity, resulting in heat cramps.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance 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.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 71%.

Rainfall

In Budaka, Uganda, during December, the rain falls for 22.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 101mm (3.98") of precipitation. In Budaka, Uganda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 300.8 days and collects up to 1573mm (61.93") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through August, October through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of December, in Budaka, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:49 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Budaka is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Budaka are January through March, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.

Frequently asked questions

In Budaka, 27.8°C (82°F) is the average high-temperature and 15.8°C (60.4°F) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in December is estimated at 30°C (86°F).

In Budaka, the average relative humidity in December is 71%.

In December, in Budaka, the rain falls for 22.5 days. Throughout December, 101mm (3.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

January through August, October through December are months without snowfall.

With an average of 12h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Budaka.

In Budaka, Uganda, the average day length in December is 12h and 4min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, in Budaka, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:49 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in December in Budaka is 9.4h.

The months with the highest UV index in Budaka, Uganda, are January through March, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

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

  • Average high temperature in December: 27.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (25.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (15.5°C).

Average pressure in December
Budaka, Uganda

  • Average pressure in December: 1011.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Budaka, Uganda

  • Average wind speed in December: 5.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Budaka, Uganda

  • Average humidity in December: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (55%).

Average rainfall in December
Budaka, Uganda

  • Average rainfall in December: 101mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (257mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (36mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Budaka, Uganda

  • Average rainfall days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (30.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Budaka, Uganda

  • Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is September (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Budaka, Uganda

  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 6min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 24min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Budaka, Uganda

  • Average sunshine days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (0.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Budaka, Uganda

  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, September, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and October (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Budaka, Uganda

  • Average cloud cover in December: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Budaka, Uganda

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May and June (8km).