December weather forecast
Lukonga, Democratic Republic of Congo

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a warm month in Lukonga, Democratic Republic of Congo, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.5°C (83.3°F) and min 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Temperature

December is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and an average low of 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during December is appraised at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are November and December, with an average 157mm (6.18") of rainfall.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:46 CAT.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?
With an average high-temperature of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F), December is the coldest month.
How hot is it in December?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 28.5°C (83.3°F) and 20.3°C (68.5°F) respectively. In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the most humid month in Lukonga?
With an average relative humidity of 85%, December is the most humid month.
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December is 85%.
What is the wettest month?
The wettest months are November and December, with an average 157mm (6.18") of rainfall.
How much does it rain in Lukonga in December?
In Lukonga, Democratic Republic of Congo, in December, it is raining for 27.3 days, with typically 157mm (6.18") of accumulated precipitation.
When are the longest days?
With an average of 12h and 30min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In Lukonga, the average day length in December is 12h and 27min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:46 CAT.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 7.3h.
When is the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index reading in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Lukonga, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average temperature in December
Lukonga, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (35.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are August and September (22.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (19.9°C).

Average pressure in December - Lukonga, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average pressure in December
Lukonga, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average pressure in December: 1010.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Lukonga, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average wind speed in December
Lukonga, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.6km/h).

Average humidity in December - Lukonga, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average humidity in December
Lukonga, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (40%).

Average rainfall in December - Lukonga, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average rainfall in December
Lukonga, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall in December: 157mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are November and December (157mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Lukonga, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average rainfall days in December
Lukonga, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall days in December: 27.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (27.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lukonga, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lukonga, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December - Lukonga, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average sunshine days in December
Lukonga, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average sunshine days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (2.4 days).

Average UV index in December - Lukonga, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average UV index in December
Lukonga, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December - Lukonga, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average cloud cover in December
Lukonga, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 13).

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

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

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