December weather forecast
Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo

December

Weather in December

In Bukama, December ushers in the highest level of rainfall, reaching a peak at a substantial 269mm (10.59"). Intense rainfall occurs under the cloud cover, which increases to 60%, indicating the strong presence of the rainy season. Consequently, the visibility reduces to 7km (4.3mi), marking a significant difference compared to the clear skies of the dry season. As the year concludes, Bukama residents experience warmer evenings and cooler days. With the turn of the year, these elevated levels of rainfall persist, setting the weather stage for the new year.

Temperature

The commencement of December records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26°C (78.8°F), barely varying from November's 28.2°C (82.8°F). Throughout the month of December, Bukama witnesses an average low-temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 30.5 days and typically aggregates up to 269mm (10.59") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 36min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:39 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during December leads to these advisories:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?
December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 26°C (78.8°F) and a low-temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F). In November, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).
What are the most humid months?
January and December, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are most humid months in Bukama.
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December in Bukama is 89%.
What is the wettest month?
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 30.5 days and typically aggregates up to 269mm (10.59") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Bukama, in December, it is raining for 30.5 days, with typically 269mm (10.59") of accumulated precipitation.
When are the longest days?
The month with the longest days in Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo, is December, with an average of 12h and 36min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In December, the average day length is 12h and 39min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:39 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Bukama have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Bukama is 7.6h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Bukama?
February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in December?
In Bukama, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in December - Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average temperature in December
Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average high temperature in December: 26°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (34.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (21°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (15.7°C).

Average pressure in December - Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average pressure in December
Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average wind speed in December
Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (7.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (4.7km/h).

Average humidity in December - Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average humidity in December
Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (30%).

Average rainfall in December - Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average rainfall in December
Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall in December: 269mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (269mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and July (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average rainfall days in December
Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall days in December: 30.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and December (30.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (0.2 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December - Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average sunshine days in December
Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average sunshine days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and December (0.4 days).

Average UV index in December - Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average UV index in December
Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average UV index in December: 5

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

Average cloud cover in December - Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average cloud cover in December
Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in December - Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average visibility in December
Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (7km).

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