December weather forecast
Chibaka, Malawi

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a warm month in Chibaka, Malawi, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.3°C (72.1°F) and 27°C (80.6°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature for December is a still moderately hot 27°C (80.6°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. During December, nights in Chibaka cool slightly to an average low of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in December is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F). Ongoing exposure and activity could lead to a state of exhaustion, with a chance of heat cramps.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Chibaka, in December, during 27.3 rainfall days, 170mm (6.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 207 rainfall days, and 1029mm (40.51") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

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

In December, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Chibaka 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 health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during December translates into the following directions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Chibaka in December?
In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 27°C (80.6°F) and 22.3°C (72.1°F) respectively. In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.
How much does it rain in December?
In December, in Chibaka, the rain falls for 27.3 days. Throughout December, 170mm (6.69") of precipitation is accumulated.
When are the longest days in Chibaka?
December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 48min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Chibaka have in December?
In Chibaka, the average day length in December is 12h and 48min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
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.
How many hours of sunshine does Chibaka have in December?
In Chibaka, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.9h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through May, July 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Chibaka, Malawi
Average temperature in December
Chibaka, 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 - Chibaka, Malawi
Average pressure in December
Chibaka, 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 - Chibaka, Malawi
Average wind speed in December
Chibaka, 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 months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and December (6.5km/h).

Average humidity in December - Chibaka, Malawi
Average humidity in December
Chibaka, 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 - Chibaka, Malawi
Average rainfall in December
Chibaka, 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 - Chibaka, Malawi
Average rainfall days in December
Chibaka, 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 (3.5 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chibaka, Malawi
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Chibaka, Malawi
  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 5min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in December - Chibaka, Malawi
Average sunshine days in December
Chibaka, Malawi
  • Average sunshine days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0.5 days).

Average UV index in December - Chibaka, Malawi
Average UV index in December
Chibaka, 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 - Chibaka, Malawi
Average cloud cover in December
Chibaka, 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 - Chibaka, Malawi
Average visibility in December
Chibaka, 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).

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