December weather forecastMpaka, Congo

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Mpaka, is still a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.5°C (83.3°F) and 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Temperature

As December starts, an average high temperature of a still warm 28.5°C (83.3°F) suggests no significant change from November. Mpaka maintains a minor drop in temperature during December nights, with averages of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

In December, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Take more caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may occur. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May through December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Mpaka. Rain falls for 25.8 days and accumulates 159mm (6.26") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Mpaka is December, with an average of 12h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:27 WAT.

Sunshine

April, May and December, with an average of 8.2h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Mpaka.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Mpaka, Congo. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. 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. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Frequently asked questions

In Mpaka, 28.5°C (83.3°F) is the average high-temperature and 24.8°C (76.6°F) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in December is appraised at 34°C (93.2°F).

The months with the highest humidity in Mpaka are May through December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

In Mpaka, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

December is the month with the most rainfall in Mpaka, Congo. Rain falls for 25.8 days and accumulates 159mm (6.26") of precipitation.

In Mpaka, during December, the rain falls for 25.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 159mm (6.26") of precipitation.

With an average of 12h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Mpaka.

The average day length in December in Mpaka is 12h and 24min.

On the first day of December in Mpaka, Congo, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:27 WAT.

April, May and December, with an average of 8.2h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Mpaka.

In Mpaka, Congo, the average sunshine duration in December is 8.2h.

The months with the highest UV index in Mpaka, Congo, are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Mpaka, Congo, is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mpaka, Congo

  • Average high temperature in December: 28.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (24.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (20.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Mpaka, Congo

  • Average pressure in December: 1010.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Mpaka, Congo

  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (8.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Mpaka, Congo

  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Mpaka, Congo

  • Average rainfall in December: 159mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (159mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Mpaka, Congo

  • Average rainfall days in December: 25.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (25.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (5.1 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mpaka, Congo

  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 12min

The months with the most sunshine are April, May and December (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mpaka, Congo

  • Average sunshine days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (2.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Mpaka, Congo

  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Mpaka, Congo

  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Mpaka, Congo

  • 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).