Temperatures in December
It's hot in December in Amboseli National Park with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 20°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Amboseli National Park in December. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Amboseli National Park with hot temperatures, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights close to 19°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 32°C, with nights close to 19°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Amboseli National Park will be around 32°C, with nights close to 19°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in December
In December, there is an average of 75 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
The average precipitation chance is 23% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in December for Amboseli National Park. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Amboseli National Park in December |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
31°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
33°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
30°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
75 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
7 days | 10 days | |
November
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.
Is December a good time to visit Amboseli National Park?
December is a great month to be in Amboseli National Park for sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Amboseli National Park in December
With 35°C, Amboseli National Park hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2022. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 13°C to a high of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Amboseli National Park
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in Amboseli National Park, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Amboseli National Park
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Amboseli National Park, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect around 7 days of rain in Amboseli National Park.
Daily UV Index in December in Amboseli National Park
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Amboseli National Park, 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.
Temperature in December in Amboseli National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Amboseli National Park, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in Amboseli National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Amboseli National Park, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in December for Amboseli National Park
Click on a specific day in December for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Amboseli National Park. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Amboseli National Park by Month
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