December weather forecast
Arufo, Mozambique

The first month of the summer, December, is a tropical month in Arufo, Mozambique, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.3°C (79.3°F) and an average high of 30.4°C (86.7°F).

Temperature

December, having an average high-temperature of 30.4°C (86.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 26.3°C (79.3°F), is the warmest month.

Heat index

The heat index value for December is evaluated at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout December, 133mm (5.24") of precipitation is accumulated. In Arufo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.3 days and collects up to 1047mm (41.22") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Arufo, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Arufo, sunrise is at 04:44 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:56 and sunset at 17:50 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Arufo is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Arufo are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 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. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.