December weather forecast
Ukonga, Tanzania

December, the first month of the summer in Ukonga, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and an average low of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Temperature

As November turns into December, the average high-temperatures rest at a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), showing a minor variation from the prior month. Ukonga, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

December's mean heat index is estimated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Ukonga is 77%.

Rainfall

In Ukonga, in December, it is raining for 24.3 days, with typically 75mm (2.95") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ukonga, there are 255.3 rainfall days, and 734mm (28.9") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:41 EAT.

Sunshine

In Ukonga, Tanzania, the average sunshine in December is 9.2h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Ukonga. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during December translates into these guidelines:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.