December weather forecastBuinja, Uganda

December

Weather in December

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

Temperature

The commencement of December records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.8°C (82°F), barely varying from November's 27.5°C (81.5°F). Despite the stark contrast with daytime temperatures, Buinja's December nights average at a refreshing 15.8°C (60.4°F).

Heat index

For December, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 30°C (86°F). Constant exposure and activity lead to possible fatigue. Prolonged exercise may result in heat cramps.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 12h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:50 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Buinja are January through March, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.

Updated: Feb 6, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

During December, Buinja experiences an average high-temperature of 27.8°C (82°F) and a low-temperature of 15.8°C (60.4°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 30°C (86°F).

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

In Buinja, during December, the rain falls for 22.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 101mm (3.98") of precipitation.

In Buinja, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 12h and 6min of daylight.

In December, the average day length in Buinja, Uganda, is 12h and 6min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:50 EAT.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Buinja is 9.4h.

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

In Buinja, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

27.5°C

27.8°C

29.9°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

5.8km/h

6.3km/h

7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

0.6

4.1

13.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Buinja, 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
Buinja, 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
Buinja, 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
Buinja, 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
Buinja, 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
Buinja, 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
Buinja, 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
Buinja, 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
Buinja, Uganda

Average daylight in December: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
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
Buinja, 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
Buinja, 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).