December weather forecastMopipi, Botswana

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a hot month in Mopipi, Botswana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.5°C (74.3°F) and an average high of 32.5°C (90.5°F).

Temperature

December's presence records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.5°C (90.5°F), closely mirroring November's climate. December nights observe an average temperature dip to a warm 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Heat index

For December, the heat index is computed to be a very hot 35°C (95°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. 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 hold particular importance 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.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

With an average of 13h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 19:05 CAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 11.2h.

UV index

In Mopipi, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in December translates into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.

Updated: Aug 8, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Mopipi, in December, the average high-temperature is 32.5°C (90.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 23.5°C (74.3°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 35°C (95°F).

In December, the average relative humidity is 49%.

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

The month with the longest days in Mopipi is December, with an average of 13h and 24min of daylight.

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

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 19:05 CAT.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 11.2h.

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

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Long-term

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

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

33.9°C

32.5°C

31.7°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

17.1km/h

16.1km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

16.6

12.3

12.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Mopipi, 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).

Average pressure in December
Mopipi, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Mopipi, 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).

Average humidity in December
Mopipi, 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%).

Average rainfall in December
Mopipi, 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).

Average rainfall days in December
Mopipi, 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).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mopipi, 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: 11h and 12min

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).

Average sunshine days in December
Mopipi, 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).

Average UV index in December
Mopipi, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Mopipi, 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).

Average visibility in December
Mopipi, 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).