December weather forecastKiswa, Uganda

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kiswa, is still a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16.1°C (61°F) and 28.9°C (84°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during December is a still warm 28.9°C (84°F), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. December is characterized by a distinct thermal shift, with nighttime lows averaging at a refreshing 16.1°C (61°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for December is calculated to be a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Kiswa, Uganda, in December, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 51mm (2.01") of accumulated 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.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:53 EAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

December temperatures in Kiswa vary between a high-temperature of 28.9°C (84°F) and a low-temperature of 16.1°C (61°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 34°C (93.2°F).

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

In December, in Kiswa, Uganda, the rain falls for 17.5 days. Throughout December, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

The average day length in December in Kiswa, Uganda, is 12h and 5min.

On the first day of December in Kiswa, Uganda, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:53 EAT.

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

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

In Kiswa, Uganda, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kiswa, 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
Kiswa, 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
Kiswa, 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
Kiswa, 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
Kiswa, 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
Kiswa, 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
Kiswa, 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
Kiswa, 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
Kiswa, 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
Kiswa, 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
Kiswa, 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).