December weather forecast
Mogapi, Botswana

The first month of the summer, December, is still a hot month in Mogapi, Botswana, with an average temperature varying between 20.8°C (69.4°F) and 31.6°C (88.9°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.6°C (88.9°F), nearly identical to November's 32°C (89.6°F). Mogapi encounters a steady low-temperature average of 20.8°C (69.4°F) throughout the month of December.

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is estimated at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

In Mogapi, Botswana, the average relative humidity in December is 56%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Mogapi. Rain falls for 16.2 days and accumulates 77mm (3.03") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Mogapi is December, with an average of 13h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Mogapi, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:56 CAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Mogapi is 10.3h.

UV index

In Mogapi, Botswana, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in December translates into the following instructions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.