December weather forecast
Paidha, Uganda

Rounding off the year, December in Paidha, Uganda brings back drier conditions with significantly lower rainfall. The rainfall levels further drop to 12mm (0.47"), indicating the driest month of the year while maintaining moderately high temperatures. Sunshine hours noticeably increase, notably surpassing those observed in November. The city also sees a relative increase in wind speed, giving the December weather a cool, refreshing finish. The consistent high visibility alongside the notable decrease in cloud cover makes for a bright and clear festive season.

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Paidha's average high-temperature registers at a still hot 33°C (91.4°F), indicating a subtle variation from the previous month. Paidha's December nights see a large temperature deviation, with temperatures resting at a low of 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is estimated at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Paidha, during December, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation. In Paidha, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187 days and collects up to 560mm (22.05") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Paidha.
On the first day of December in Paidha, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:58 EAT.

Sunshine

In Paidha, the average sunshine in December is 9.8h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, 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 the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in December interprets into the following advice:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.