December weather forecast
Kigali, Rwanda

As the year comes to a close, Kigali's weather in December reflects a soothing end. The degree of rainfall drops compared to November, accentuating the pleasant charm of the city. Temperatures tend to be stable, marking a calm transition into the new year. Despite the drop in rainfall, December carries a hint of humidity left behind by November. This culmination of varied weather patterns concludes the year’s weather trends in Kigali in a distinctive style.

Temperature

Kigali experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a still moderately hot 26.4°C (79.5°F) with the onset of December, maintaining near parity with November's 26.1°C (79°F). During the month of December, Kigali experiences a steady low-temperature average of 15.6°C (60.1°F).

Rainfall

In Kigali, in December, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 77mm (3.03") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 133 rainfall days, and 951mm (37.44") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Kigali.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:09 CAT.

Sunshine

January, March through May, October through December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Kigali.

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 value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 12 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Enforce every key safety measure. Those with light skin might get burns in a matter of minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.