December weather forecast
Kongola, Namibia

December, the first month of the summer in Kongola, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.3°C (70.3°F) and max 31.6°C (88.9°F).

Temperature

As Kongola transitions from November to December, the average high-temperatures adjust to a still tropical 31.6°C (88.9°F), nearly the same as the previous 34.2°C (93.6°F). In the month of December, Kongola's average low-temperature falls to an agreeable 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is calculated to be a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

In Kongola, the average relative humidity in December is 63%.

Rainfall

In Kongola, in December, it is raining for 23.9 days, with typically 124mm (4.88") of accumulated precipitation. In Kongola, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.1 days and collects up to 537mm (21.14") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Kongola is December, with an average of 13h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 19:05 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Kongola is 10.6h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in December translates into these instructions:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.