December weather forecast
Gweta, Botswana

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Weather in December

Closing the year is December, presenting climatic variables reminiscent of the year's beginning. The similarities between January and December weather are apparent, providing a cyclical appeal to the city's climate. Rainfall quantities are nearly identical, peaking at 74mm (2.91") over approximately 16.7 days. December marks the transition from the hot, wet period of November, gracefully leading into a new year of familiar weather patterns.

Temperature

The transition from November to December in Gweta, Botswana, sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.5°C (90.5°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. Gweta, during December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for December is evaluated at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it's vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Gweta, the average relative humidity in December is 49%.

Rainfall

In Gweta, during December, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 74mm (2.91") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 83.1 rainfall days, and 335mm (13.19") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 19:02 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 11.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Gweta, 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Gweta in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Gweta, is 32.5°C (90.5°F), while the average low-temperature is 23.5°C (74.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in December is evaluated at 35°C (95°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Gweta?

In Gweta, the average relative humidity in December is 49%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gweta?

In Gweta, in December, during 16.7 rainfall days, 74mm (2.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When are the longest days in Gweta?

December has the longest days of the year in Gweta, with an average of 13h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gweta have in December?

The average day length in December in Gweta, Botswana, is 13h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gweta?

On the first day of December in Gweta, Botswana, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 19:02 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gweta have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 11.2h.

How high is the UV index in December in Gweta?

In Gweta, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Gweta, Botswana

Average temperature in December - Gweta, Botswana
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (23.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.6°C).

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Average pressure in December
Gweta, Botswana

Average pressure in December - Gweta, Botswana
  • Average pressure in December: 1010.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Gweta, Botswana

Average wind speed in December - Gweta, Botswana
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (16.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.7km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Gweta, Botswana

Average humidity in December - Gweta, Botswana
  • Average humidity in December: 49%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (24%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gweta, Botswana

Average rainfall in December - Gweta, Botswana
  • Average rainfall in December: 74mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (87mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Gweta, Botswana

Average rainfall days in December - Gweta, Botswana
  • Average rainfall days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.2 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gweta, Botswana
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gweta, Botswana

Average sunshine days in December - Gweta, Botswana
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gweta, Botswana

Average UV index in December - Gweta, Botswana
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gweta, Botswana

Average cloud cover in December - Gweta, Botswana
  • Average cloud cover in December: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 30).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 3).

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Average visibility in December
Gweta, Botswana

Average visibility in December - Gweta, 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).

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