December weather forecast
Dedza, Malawi

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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

As December takes hold, the average high-temperature is a still moderately hot 26.7°C (80.1°F), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 18.5°C (65.3°F) in December.

Humidity

In Dedza, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Dedza, in December, it is raining for 26.1 days, with typically 232mm (9.13") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dedza, there are 165.1 rainfall days, and 1168mm (45.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Dedza is December, with an average of 13h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:04 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of December, 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in December leads to these guidelines:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Dedza?

December temperatures in Dedza, Malawi, vary between a high-temperature of 26.7°C (80.1°F) and a low-temperature of 18.5°C (65.3°F). In November, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Dedza?

The average relative humidity in December in Dedza is 78%.

How much does it rain in Dedza in December?

In Dedza, in December, it is raining for 26.1 days, with typically 232mm (9.13") of accumulated precipitation.

When are the longest days in Dedza?

The month with the longest days in Dedza is December, with an average of 13h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Dedza have in December?

In Dedza, Malawi, the average day length in December is 12h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Dedza?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:04 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, in Dedza, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 18:14 CAT.

What month has the most sunshine in Dedza?

The month with the most sunshine in Dedza, Malawi, is December, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Dedza have in December?

In Dedza, Malawi, the average sunshine duration in December is 10h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Dedza?

The months with the highest UV index are August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in December in Dedza?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Dedza, Malawi, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Dedza, Malawi

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).

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Average pressure in December
Dedza, Malawi

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Dedza, Malawi

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).

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Average humidity in December
Dedza, Malawi

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dedza, Malawi

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).

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Average rainfall days in December
Dedza, Malawi

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).

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

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dedza, Malawi

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).

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Average UV index in December
Dedza, Malawi

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Dedza, Malawi

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).

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Average visibility in December
Dedza, Malawi

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).

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