December weather forecast
Kapchorwa, Uganda

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Weather in December

Wrapping the year, December marks the onset of the dry season in Kapchorwa, with significantly reduced rainfall of 124mm (4.88"). Temperatures in this month fluctuate between 15.6°C (60.1°F) and 26.3°C (79.3°F), providing a comfortable climate. Given the reduced rainfall, the percentage of cloud cover is minimized, allowing for longer sunshine duration. With sightseeing conditions optimal, December is a particularly favorable month for tourism. Despite a few rainstorms, December completes the year with manageably warm and dryer weather conditions.

Temperature

The beginning of December in Kapchorwa records an average high-temperature of a still warm 26.3°C (79.3°F), almost echoing the conditions of the previous month. The temperature dips to an average of 15.6°C (60.1°F) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

In December, in Kapchorwa, the rain falls for 21.4 days. Throughout December, 124mm (4.88") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kapchorwa, Uganda, there are 301.2 rainfall days, and 2204mm (86.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kapchorwa.
On the first day of December in Kapchorwa, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:46 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Kapchorwa is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Kapchorwa in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Kapchorwa, records 26.3°C (79.3°F), while the low-temperature is 15.6°C (60.1°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Kapchorwa?

In Kapchorwa, Uganda, the average relative humidity in December is 69%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kapchorwa?

In Kapchorwa, in December, it is raining for 21.4 days, with typically 124mm (4.88") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Kapchorwa?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Kapchorwa?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Kapchorwa?

In December, the average day length in Kapchorwa is 12h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Kapchorwa?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, in Kapchorwa, Uganda, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:46 EAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kapchorwa have in December?

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

What are the months with the highest UV index in Kapchorwa?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Kapchorwa?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kapchorwa, Uganda

Average temperature in December - Kapchorwa, Uganda
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (30°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (16.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (15°C).

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Average pressure in December
Kapchorwa, Uganda

Average pressure in December - Kapchorwa, Uganda
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Kapchorwa, Uganda

Average wind speed in December - Kapchorwa, Uganda
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (5.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.1km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Kapchorwa, Uganda

Average humidity in December - Kapchorwa, Uganda
  • Average humidity in December: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (52%).

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Average rainfall in December
Kapchorwa, Uganda

Average rainfall in December - Kapchorwa, Uganda
  • Average rainfall in December: 124mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (319mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (42mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Kapchorwa, Uganda

Average rainfall days in December - Kapchorwa, Uganda
  • Average rainfall days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).

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Average snowfall days in December
Kapchorwa, Uganda

Average snowfall days in December - Kapchorwa, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kapchorwa, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Kapchorwa, Uganda

Average sunshine days in December - Kapchorwa, Uganda
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0 days).

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Average UV index in December
Kapchorwa, Uganda

Average UV index in December - Kapchorwa, Uganda
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in December
Kapchorwa, Uganda

Average cloud cover in December - Kapchorwa, Uganda
  • Average cloud cover in December: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in December
Kapchorwa, Uganda

Average visibility in December - Kapchorwa, Uganda
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

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