December weather forecast
Cantalia, Mozambique

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

During the warmest month, December, temperatures average a high of 30.4°C (86.7°F) and a low of 26.3°C (79.3°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children often overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is a late-stage sign of dehydration - hence, it is necessary to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, in Cantalia, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout December, 133mm (5.24") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cantalia, there are 157.3 rainfall days, and 1047mm (41.22") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:44 and sunset at 17:35. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 04:56 and sunset at 17:50 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Cantalia?

The highest temperatures in Cantalia are recorded in December, with averages reaching a high of 30.4°C (86.7°F) and a low of 26.3°C (79.3°F).

How hot is December in Cantalia?

In Cantalia, in December, the average high-temperature is 30.4°C (86.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 26.3°C (79.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in December is appraised at 38°C (100.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Cantalia?

In December, the average relative humidity in Cantalia, Mozambique, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Cantalia in December?

In Cantalia, Mozambique, in December, during 16.3 rainfall days, 133mm (5.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When are the longest days in Cantalia?

December has the longest days of the year in Cantalia, Mozambique, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Cantalia?

In December, the average day length in Cantalia, Mozambique, is 12h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Cantalia?

On the first day of December in Cantalia, Mozambique, sunrise is at 04:44 and sunset at 17:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:56 and sunset at 17:50 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cantalia have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 8.6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Cantalia?

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Cantalia, Mozambique.

What is the UV index reading in December in Cantalia?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Cantalia, Mozambique

Average temperature in December - Cantalia, Mozambique
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (30.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (26.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (21.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Cantalia, Mozambique

Average pressure in December - Cantalia, Mozambique
  • Average pressure in December: 1010.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Cantalia, Mozambique

Average wind speed in December - Cantalia, Mozambique
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (21.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (12.1km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Cantalia, Mozambique

Average humidity in December - Cantalia, Mozambique
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Cantalia, Mozambique

Average rainfall in December - Cantalia, Mozambique
  • Average rainfall in December: 133mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (273mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Cantalia, Mozambique

Average rainfall days in December - Cantalia, Mozambique
  • Average rainfall days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (3.8 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cantalia, Mozambique

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cantalia, Mozambique
  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Cantalia, Mozambique

Average sunshine days in December - Cantalia, Mozambique
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (3.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Cantalia, Mozambique

Average UV index in December - Cantalia, Mozambique
  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in December
Cantalia, Mozambique

Average cloud cover in December - Cantalia, Mozambique
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in December
Cantalia, Mozambique

Average visibility in December - Cantalia, Mozambique
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (9km).

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