December weather forecastKabungwe, Malawi

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Kabungwe, Malawi, with an average temperature varying between 28.2°C (82.8°F) and 18.6°C (65.5°F).

Temperature

Kabungwe's transition from November to December introduces an average high-temperature of a warm 28.2°C (82.8°F), marking an insignificant variation from the 30.1°C (86.2°F). Kabungwe anticipates an average minimum temperature of 18.6°C (65.5°F) in the month of December.

Heat index

The heat index value during December is estimated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

In Kabungwe, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 26.1 days. Throughout December, 143mm (5.63") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160.7 rainfall days, and 807mm (31.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Kabungwe is December, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 18:18 CAT.

Sunshine

December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

In December, in Kabungwe, the average high-temperature is 28.2°C (82.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 18.6°C (65.5°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 31°C (87.8°F).

The average relative humidity in December in Kabungwe, Malawi, is 73%.

In Kabungwe, Malawi, in December, during 26.1 rainfall days, 143mm (5.63") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.

In December, the average day length in Kabungwe, Malawi, is 12h and 56min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, in Kabungwe, Malawi, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 18:18 CAT.

December has the most sunshine of the year in Kabungwe, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

In Kabungwe, the average sunshine duration in December is 10.4h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kabungwe, Malawi

  • Average high temperature in December: 28.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (30.6°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (23.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.9°C).

Average pressure in December
Kabungwe, Malawi

  • Average pressure in December: 1011.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Kabungwe, Malawi

  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Kabungwe, Malawi

  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (44%).

Average rainfall in December
Kabungwe, Malawi

  • Average rainfall in December: 143mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (211mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kabungwe, Malawi

  • Average rainfall days in December: 26.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.3 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 54min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kabungwe, Malawi

  • Average sunshine days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (28.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (1.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Kabungwe, 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
Kabungwe, Malawi

  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in December
Kabungwe, Malawi

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (7km).