The weather in December in Kenya
It's hot in December in Kenya with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 25°C and 26°C.
December is a good month to be in Kenya for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Kenya. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2015, Kenya reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 22°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 95 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in December for Kenya
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kenya. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Kenya | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 33°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 25°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 95 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 11 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Kenya with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 25°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps rise to around 33°C, with nights around 26°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Kenya is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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The climate in Kenya is based on weather data from Mombasa. Other places, like Masai Mara National Reserve, Nairobi or Lake Nakuru National Park, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Kenya to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Kenya. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Kenya
Temperature in December in Kenya over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Kenya. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in Kenya
Total precipitation in December in Kenya over the years
Daily UV index in December in Kenya
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Kenya, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in December in Kenya
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December in Kenya was a tropical paradise. With sun-drenched days and pleasant temperatures, it was ideal for sun lovers. There were a few refreshing rain showers, but they did not detract from the experience.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Kenya by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kenya. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.