December weather forecastFrancistown, Botswana

December

Weather in December

December witnesses the full onset of the rainy season, where rainfall leaps to an impactful 84mm (3.31") as temperatures range from 31.1°C (88°F) to 20.8°C (69.4°F). Even with the increased rainfall, sunshine hours remain considerable, providing the city of Francistown with ample sunlit days. The fresh rainfall brings added vivacity to the city creating a beautiful paradise for wildlife lovers. These conditions set at the end of December mark the continuation of the wet season into the new year.

Temperature

December ushers in an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.1°C (88°F), aligning closely with the preceding month. Throughout December, an average nighttime temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F) is experienced.

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is calculated to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.

Humidity

In Francistown, the average relative humidity in December is 55%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Francistown is December, when the rain falls for 14.5 days and typically aggregates up to 84mm (3.31") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Francistown, with an average of 13h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Francistown, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:55 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 10.8h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Francistown, Botswana, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in December transforms into this advice:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. 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. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.

Updated: Jan 29, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Francistown, is 31.1°C (88°F), while the low-temperature averages to 20.8°C (69.4°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 34°C (93.2°F).

In December, the average relative humidity in Francistown, Botswana, is 55%.

December is the month with the most rainfall in Francistown, Botswana. Rain falls for 14.5 days and accumulates 84mm (3.31") of precipitation.

In Francistown, Botswana, in December, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 84mm (3.31") of accumulated precipitation.

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 24min of daylight.

In December, the average day length in Francistown is 13h and 24min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:55 CAT.

The average sunshine duration in December in Francistown is 10.8h.

In Francistown, Botswana, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Today

Tomorrow

Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

32.1°C

31.1°C

30.1°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

17km/h

15.4km/h

15.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

18.7

14.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Francistown, Botswana

Average high temperature in December: 31.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.2°C).

Average low temperature in December: 20.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (20.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Francistown, Botswana

Average pressure in December: 1011.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Francistown, Botswana

Average wind speed in December: 14.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (17km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.5km/h).

Average humidity in December
Francistown, Botswana

Average humidity in December: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (34%).

Average rainfall in December
Francistown, Botswana

Average rainfall in December: 84mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (84mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Francistown, Botswana

Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.4 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Francistown, Botswana

Average daylight in December: 13h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

Average sunshine in December: 10h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Francistown, Botswana

Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Francistown, Botswana

Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Francistown, Botswana

Average cloud cover in December: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in December
Francistown, Botswana

Average visibility in December: 10km

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