December weather forecastKimbaya, Uganda

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kimbaya, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 28.9°C (84°F) and 16.1°C (61°F).

Temperature

December's presence records an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.9°C (84°F), closely mirroring November's climate. December presents a sharp fall from Kimbaya's daytime highs to an average low-temperature of 16.1°C (61°F).

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 34°C (93.2°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it's vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kimbaya, during December, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 248.5 rainfall days, and 801mm (31.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kimbaya.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:51 EAT.

Sunshine

In Kimbaya, the average sunshine in December is 9.2h.

UV index

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Kimbaya. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. 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 high-temperature in Kimbaya during December is 28.9°C (84°F) and the low-temperature is 16.1°C (61°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 34°C (93.2°F).

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

In Kimbaya, Uganda, in December, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 51mm (2.01") of accumulated precipitation.

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

The average day length in December in Kimbaya, Uganda, is 12h and 4min.

On the first day of December in Kimbaya, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:51 EAT.

In Kimbaya, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.2h.

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

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

  • Average high temperature in December: 28.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (33.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (27.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (18.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (15.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Kimbaya, Uganda

  • Average pressure in December: 1011mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Kimbaya, Uganda

  • Average wind speed in December: 4.2km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (5.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Kimbaya, Uganda

  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (60%).

Average rainfall in December
Kimbaya, Uganda

  • Average rainfall in December: 51mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (110mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (23mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kimbaya, Uganda

  • Average rainfall days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (27.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.9 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kimbaya, 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 12min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kimbaya, Uganda

  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (2 days).

Average UV index in December
Kimbaya, Uganda

  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December
Kimbaya, Uganda

  • Average cloud cover in December: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in December
Kimbaya, Uganda

  • Average visibility in December: 8km

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