December weather forecast
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

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Weather in December

December wraps up the year in Kolwezi with a weather scenario that is akin to the early part of the year. The season sees a marked increase in rainfall, making December a month with one of the highest averages for precipitations. The days start to stretch again, giving contribute to longer daylight hours. Consequentially, temperatures record warmth with a high of 24.3°C (75.7°F). The relatively slow wind speed, similar to February, adds a serene touch to the overall weather.

Temperature

December's onset sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24.3°C (75.7°F), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Throughout December, Kolwezi's nights cool down to an average of 16.2°C (61.2°F).

Humidity

In Kolwezi, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Kolwezi is December, when the rain falls for 29.7 days and typically aggregates up to 259mm (10.2") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 42min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Kolwezi.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:43 CAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 7.9h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Kolwezi, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in December leads to these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Kolwezi in December?

During December, Kolwezi experiences an average high-temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F) and a low-temperature of 16.2°C (61.2°F). 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, in October is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Kolwezi?

The average relative humidity in December in Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo, is 88%.

What is the rainiest month in Kolwezi?

The month with the most rainfall in Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo, is December, when the rain falls for 29.7 days and typically aggregates up to 259mm (10.2") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Kolwezi in December?

In December, the rain falls for 29.7 days. Throughout December, 259mm (10.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

When are the longest days in Kolwezi?

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 42min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Kolwezi is 12h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kolwezi?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:43 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kolwezi have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Kolwezi is 7.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Kolwezi?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index reading in December in Kolwezi?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Kolwezi is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average temperature in December - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (32°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (18.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (12.6°C).

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Average pressure in December
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average pressure in December - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average wind speed in December - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (11.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and December (5.9km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average humidity in December - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (31%).

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Average rainfall in December
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall in December - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall in December: 259mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (259mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall days in December - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall days in December: 29.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (29.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0.1 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average sunshine days in December - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average sunshine days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (0.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average UV index in December - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, July, August, September and October (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in December
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average cloud cover in December - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 3).

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Average visibility in December
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average visibility in December - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average visibility in December: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (6km).

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Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

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