KenyaThe weather in December in Kisumu
It's warm in December in Kisumu with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 17°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Kisumu, 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 39°C in 2022, Kisumu reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 8°C to a highest value of 21°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 130 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in December for Kisumu
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kisumu. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Kisumu | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 29°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 14°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 130 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 16 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Kisumu with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 15°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 30°C, with nights around 16°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Kisumu is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 15°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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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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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Kisumu, Kenya. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Kisumu
Temperature in December in Kisumu over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Kisumu, 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 Kisumu
Total precipitation in December in Kisumu over the years
Daily UV index in December in Kisumu
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Kisumu, 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.
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Average weather in Kisumu by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kisumu. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.