December weather forecastLangi, Uganda

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Langi, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.5°C (70.7°F) and 34°C (93.2°F).

Temperature

Langi's December showcases an average high-temperature of a still tropical 34°C (93.2°F), hardly distinct from November's 31.9°C (89.4°F). During the nights in December, Langi records a pronounced shift from the daytime warmth, with a consistent average temperature of 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Heat index

During December, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

In Langi, the average relative humidity in December is 45%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is accumulated. In Langi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 229.5 days and collects up to 1113mm (43.82") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:55 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 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. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.