December weather forecastKumi, Uganda

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is a tropical month in Kumi, Uganda, with an average temperature varying between 30.4°C (86.7°F) and 18.3°C (64.9°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December records an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.4°C (86.7°F), closely related to the 29°C (84.2°F) observed in November. A significant temperature decrease to an average a comfortable 18.3°C (64.9°F) characterizes Kumi's nighttime temperatures during December.

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is evaluated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. 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 61%.

Rainfall

In Kumi, in December, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 55mm (2.17") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kumi, there are 267.3 rainfall days, and 1415mm (55.71") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of December, in Kumi, Uganda, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:48 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9.5h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Kumi is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in December, in Kumi, is 30.4°C (86.7°F) and the average low-temperature is 18.3°C (64.9°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 61%.

In Kumi, in December, during 14.4 rainfall days, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in December in Kumi, Uganda, is 12h and 2min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:48 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in December in Kumi, Uganda, is 9.5h.

In Kumi, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kumi, Uganda

  • Average high temperature in December: 30.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (34.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (26.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (19.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (16.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Kumi, Uganda

  • Average pressure in December: 1011.1mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Kumi, Uganda

  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Kumi, Uganda

  • Average humidity in December: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (44%).

Average rainfall in December
Kumi, Uganda

  • Average rainfall in December: 55mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (192mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (19mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kumi, Uganda

  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kumi, 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 30min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kumi, Uganda

  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and September (0.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Kumi, Uganda

  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January and February (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and September (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Kumi, Uganda

  • Average cloud cover in December: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in December
Kumi, 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, June, July, August and September (8km).