December weather forecastDedza, Malawi
December
Weather in December
December wraps up the year with a mix of hot temperatures and high rainfall, averaging 232mm (9.13"), a significant rise from November. Climbing temperatures coupled with increasing rainfall mark the onset of Dedza's wet season. The weather in December transitions recognizable patterns associated with the rainy season. The relative humidity sharply rises, providing a contrast from the dry months experienced earlier. While wet, Dedza's December is far from gloomy, with ample sunshine piercing the cloud cover and brightening the days.Temperature
Dedza's average high-temperature in December is a still moderately hot 26.7°C (80.1°F), indicating a subtle variation from November. An average low-temperature of 18.5°C (65.3°F) is noted in Dedza during the month of December.Humidity
In Dedza, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 26.1 days. Throughout December, 232mm (9.13") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 165.1 rainfall days, and 1168mm (45.98") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:04 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 18:14 CAT.
Sunshine
With an average of 10h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in December translates into the following instructions:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Dedza, Malawi
- Average high temperature in December: 26.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (28.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 18.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.2°C).
Average pressure in December
Dedza, Malawi
- Average pressure in December: 1011.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Dedza, Malawi
- Average wind speed in December: 6.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (5.3km/h).
Average humidity in December
Dedza, Malawi
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (48%).
Average rainfall in December
Dedza, Malawi
- Average rainfall in December: 232mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (322mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Dedza, Malawi
- Average rainfall days in December: 26.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (2 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dedza, Malawi
- Average daylight in December: 13h and 0min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Dedza, Malawi
- Average sunshine days in December: 3.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (27.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (1.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Dedza, Malawi
- Average UV index in December: 6
The months with the highest UV index are August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June and July (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in December
Dedza, Malawi
- Average cloud cover in December: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 10).
Average visibility in December
Dedza, Malawi
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (7km).
