December weather forecastKitayunjwa, Uganda

December

Weather in December

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

Temperature

December brings a marginal elevation to a still moderately hot 28.9°C (84°F) from November's 27.7°C (81.9°F) in Kitayunjwa's average high-temperatures. Marked by a significant drop from the daytime highs, Kitayunjwa's average low-temperature in December stands at a refreshing 16.1°C (61°F).

Heat index

December's mean heat index is evaluated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kitayunjwa, 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.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:52 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 risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during December translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

Kitayunjwa in December has an average high-temperature of 28.9°C (84°F) and an average low-temperature of 16.1°C (61°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

In Kitayunjwa, during December, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation.

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

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

On the first day of December in Kitayunjwa, Uganda, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:52 EAT.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Kitayunjwa, Uganda, 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 Kitayunjwa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kitayunjwa, 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
Kitayunjwa, 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
Kitayunjwa, 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
Kitayunjwa, 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
Kitayunjwa, 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
Kitayunjwa, 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
Kitayunjwa, 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
Kitayunjwa, 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
Kitayunjwa, 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
Kitayunjwa, 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
Kitayunjwa, 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).