December weather forecast
Paraa, Uganda

December marks the end of the calendar year with the lowest rainfall of the year, averaging around 31mm (1.22") in Paraa, Uganda. Temperatures see an upswing, recording the year's highest temperature at 32°C (89.6°F), equal to the temperatures seen in January and February. In terms of daylight and sunshine hours, December adheres to the consistency observed throughout the year, providing ample light. As Paraa transitions into the new year, it can be expected that the weather patterns will closely follow those observed in the early months of the outgoing year.

Temperature

Transitioning into December, Paraa experiences an average high-temperature of a still hot 32°C (89.6°F), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. December nights bring a significant cooling from the heat of the day, with averages of 18°C (64.4°F).

Rainfall

In Paraa, during December, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 31mm (1.22") of precipitation. In Paraa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148 days and collects up to 1020mm (40.16") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 18:56 EAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 12 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Employ all crucial safeguards, unprotected skin could burn rapidly. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Even on cloudy days, a sunscreen with a minimum 30 sun protection factor should be generously applied and frequently re-applied, including after every swim or outdoor exercise.