December weather forecastRusaka, Burundi

December

Weather in December

December in Rusaka brings in the highest rainfall of the year, noted at 260mm (10.24"), matching with the city's cool climate. The temperatures have dropped down compared to the preceding months, making December one of the city's cooler months. The wind speed also detours lower, providing a serene atmosphere in these chilly times. Despite the reduced sunshine days during December, the daylight hours perk up compared to November's. As the year ends, the early signs of a chill can be noted, setting Rusaka on the path for another cycle of changing weathers.

Temperature

With the transition into December, Rusaka notes an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 22.2°C (72°F), closely resembling November. An average minimum temperature of 14.5°C (58.1°F) is recorded during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Rusaka, in December, during 30.5 rainfall days, 260mm (10.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rusaka, there are 271.1 rainfall days, and 1766mm (69.53") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:14 CAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Rusaka. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 22.2°C (72°F) and 14.5°C (58.1°F) respectively.

In December, the average relative humidity in Rusaka, Burundi, is 84%.

In December, the rain falls for 30.5 days. Throughout December, 260mm (10.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

With an average of 12h and 18min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.

In Rusaka, the average day length in December is 12h and 19min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:14 CAT.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Rusaka are January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rusaka, Burundi

  • Average high temperature in December: 22.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (21.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are September and October (15.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (13°C).

Average pressure in December
Rusaka, Burundi

  • Average pressure in December: 1013mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.9mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February, October and November (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Rusaka, Burundi

  • Average wind speed in December: 5.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (9.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.5km/h).

Average humidity in December
Rusaka, Burundi

  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

Average rainfall in December
Rusaka, Burundi

  • Average rainfall in December: 260mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (261mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (8mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Rusaka, Burundi

  • Average rainfall days in December: 30.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (30.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (6.2 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rusaka, Burundi

  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 18min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rusaka, Burundi

  • Average sunshine days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (0.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Rusaka, Burundi

  • Average UV index in December: 5

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Rusaka, Burundi

  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
Rusaka, Burundi

  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, April, May and December (8km).