December weather forecast
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

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Weather in December

December in Bukavu closes the year on a particularly wet note, culminating in the highest rainfall compared to the preceding months. The weather conditions remain consistent, with mild temperatures and average humidity, while sunlight diminishes slightly. The city prepares for the New Year amidst showers and relative coolness. Bukavu's weather in December is marked by the highest monthly rainfall of 167mm (6.57"), making it the rainiest month of the year, and reaffirming the city's characteristic as a high-rainfall region.

Temperature

Bukavu experiences a transition to a still warm 23.1°C (73.6°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of December, not greatly differing from November's 23.4°C (74.1°F). December nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a moderate 13.7°C (56.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 30.1 days and accumulates 167mm (6.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of December, in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:15 CAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Bukavu is December, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bukavu are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. The months with the lowest UV index in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Bukavu?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Bukavu, is 23.1°C (73.6°F) and the average low-temperature is 13.7°C (56.7°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Bukavu?

The average relative humidity in December in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo, is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Bukavu?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Bukavu. Rain falls for 30.1 days and accumulates 167mm (6.57") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Bukavu?

In Bukavu, in December, it is raining for 30.1 days, with typically 167mm (6.57") of accumulated precipitation.

When are the longest days in Bukavu?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Bukavu?

The average day length in December is 12h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Bukavu?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:15 CAT.

What month has the most sunshine in Bukavu?

December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bukavu?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo, is 10.6h.

When is the highest UV index in Bukavu?

The months with the highest UV index in Bukavu are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

When is the lowest UV index in Bukavu?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Bukavu?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average temperature in December - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (24.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (22.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (15.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (12.5°C).

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Average pressure in December
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average pressure in December - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average wind speed in December - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.1km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are May, June, July and August (5.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.1km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average humidity in December - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall in December - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall in December: 167mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (167mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (21mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall days in December - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall days in December: 30.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and December (30.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (13.2 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average sunshine days in December - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average sunshine days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average cloud cover in December - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in December
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average visibility in December - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (9km).

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