December weather forecast
Fort Portal, Uganda

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Weather in December

December offers a welcome break from the heavier showers for the people of Fort Portal, Uganda registering highs of 25.4°C (77.7°F) and lows of 13.8°C (56.8°F). The rainfall drops to 144mm (5.67"), offering much-needed relief from the long wet spell dominating previous months. This period marks the start of the short dry season, which brings about a delightful meteorological break for holiday makers and residents looking to enjoy the outdoors.

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Fort Portal's average high-temperature registers at a still moderately hot 25.4°C (77.7°F), indicating a subtle variation from the previous month. In Fort Portal, an average low-temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F) is recorded during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Fort Portal is 76%.

Rainfall

In Fort Portal, Uganda, during December, the rain falls for 27.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 144mm (5.67") of precipitation. In Fort Portal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 330.4 days and collects up to 2228mm (87.72") of precipitation.

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 06:45 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 19:04 EAT.

Sunshine

In Fort Portal, the average sunshine in December is 9h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Fort Portal?

In Fort Portal, in December, the average high-temperature is 25.4°C (77.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 13.8°C (56.8°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Fort Portal?

In December, the average relative humidity in Fort Portal, Uganda, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fort Portal?

In December, the rain falls for 27.9 days. Throughout December, 144mm (5.67") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fort Portal?

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

How many hours of daylight does Fort Portal have in December?

In Fort Portal, the average day length in December is 12h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Fort Portal?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 19:04 EAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Portal have in December?

In Fort Portal, the average sunshine duration in December is 9h.

How high is the UV index in December in Fort Portal?

In Fort Portal, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fort Portal, Uganda

Average temperature in December - Fort Portal, Uganda
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (24.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (15.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (13.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Fort Portal, Uganda

Average pressure in December - Fort Portal, Uganda
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Fort Portal, Uganda

Average wind speed in December - Fort Portal, Uganda
  • Average wind speed in December: 3.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (4.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and November (3.5km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Fort Portal, Uganda

Average humidity in December - Fort Portal, Uganda
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (64%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fort Portal, Uganda

Average rainfall in December - Fort Portal, Uganda
  • Average rainfall in December: 144mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (273mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (61mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Fort Portal, Uganda

Average rainfall days in December - Fort Portal, Uganda
  • Average rainfall days in December: 27.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and October (30.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (18 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fort Portal, Uganda

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fort Portal, Uganda
  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 1min

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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fort Portal, Uganda

Average sunshine days in December - Fort Portal, Uganda
  • Average sunshine days in December: 1.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are September and November (0 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fort Portal, Uganda

Average UV index in December - Fort Portal, Uganda
  • Average UV index in December: 5

The month with the highest UV index is February (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April and November (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in December
Fort Portal, Uganda

Average cloud cover in December - Fort Portal, Uganda
  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in December
Fort Portal, Uganda

Average visibility in December - Fort Portal, Uganda
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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