December weather forecast
Kotido, Uganda

Rounding off the year, December maintains the warmer temperatures from its predecessor. Sunshine fills the days, adding a festive charm to the holiday season, and the cooler evenings add to the pleasant atmosphere. The month only experiences 65mm (2.56") rainfall, the second-lowest of the year, allowing for a mostly dry and sunny end to the year in Kotido. Despite the drier conditions, December maintains a fairly comfortable humidity level, preventing the weather from becoming overly dry or arid.

Temperature

Kotido transitions into December recording an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27°C (80.6°F), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. Kotido, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 17.7°C (63.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index for December is calculated to be 28°C (82.4°F). If one stays active during extended exposure, it might induce fatigue and result in heat cramps.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 58%.

Rainfall

In December, in Kotido, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout December, 65mm (2.56") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kotido, there are 237.9 rainfall days, and 1519mm (59.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Kotido, with an average of 12h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:45 EAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Kotido is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Kotido are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during December morphs into the following directions:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.