December weather forecastKiyonga, Uganda

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a hot month in Kiyonga, Uganda, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33°C (91.4°F) and an average low of 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Temperature

The commencement of December notes an average high-temperature of a still hot 33°C (91.4°F), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. Kiyonga anticipates a stark contrast in temperature during December nights, with an average low of 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during December is computed to be a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Kiyonga, Uganda, is 55%.

Rainfall

In Kiyonga, during December, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 187 rainfall days, and 560mm (22.05") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 12h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Kiyonga, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 18:57 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.