December weather forecastBandawe, Malawi

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Bandawe, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27°C (80.6°F) and an average low of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

The transition into December reveals an average high-temperature of a still warm 27°C (80.6°F), mirroring a close resemblance to November. Bandawe records a negligible downturn from daytime temperatures, averaging a low of 22.3°C (72.1°F) in the month of December.

Heat index

The heat index value for December is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F). Fatigue might occur with continuous exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.

Humidity

In Bandawe, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Bandawe, Malawi, during December, the rain falls for 27.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 170mm (6.69") of precipitation. In Bandawe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 207.5 days and collects up to 1029mm (40.51") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 18:10 CAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Bandawe are February and December, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Bandawe, is 27°C (80.6°F), while the low-temperature averages to 22.3°C (72.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in December is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).

In Bandawe, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

In December, the rain falls for 27.3 days. Throughout December, 170mm (6.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 48min of daylight.

In Bandawe, the average day length in December is 12h and 49min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 18:10 CAT.

The months with the most sunshine are February and December, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 10h.

January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

In Bandawe, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

27.3°C

27°C

26.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.7km/h

7.2km/h

8.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

10.7

2.3

0.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Bandawe, Malawi

Average high temperature in December: 27°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.7°C).

Average low temperature in December: 22.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (22.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (16.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Bandawe, Malawi

Average pressure in December: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Bandawe, Malawi

Average wind speed in December: 6.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6.5km/h).

Average humidity in December
Bandawe, Malawi

Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and April (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (65%).

Average rainfall in December
Bandawe, Malawi

Average rainfall in December: 170mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (219mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (5mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Bandawe, Malawi

Average rainfall days in December: 27.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (4 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bandawe, Malawi

Average daylight in December: 12h and 48min

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

Average sunshine in December: 10h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bandawe, Malawi

Average sunshine days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Bandawe, Malawi

Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Bandawe, Malawi

Average cloud cover in December: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are January and April (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
Bandawe, Malawi

Average visibility in December: 10km

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