December weather forecast
Kasungu, Malawi

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Kasungu, Malawi, with an average temperature varying between 19.1°C (66.4°F) and 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature is almost the same as in November - a moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F). In Kasungu, in December, the average low-temperature is 19.1°C (66.4°F).

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is computed to be a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Constant exposure and activity lead to possible fatigue. Prolonged exercise may result in heat cramps.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel', 'apparent temperature', 'feels like', or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. Additional factors like activity, clothing, wind, and metabolic differences affect individual temperature impact. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important 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 Kasungu, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Kasungu, Malawi, in December, it is raining for 23.9 days, with typically 141mm (5.55") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.7 rainfall days, and 719mm (28.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 53min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 18:15 CAT.

Sunshine

December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 6 translate into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in December in Kasungu?

In Kasungu, in December, the average high-temperature is 28.3°C (82.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 19.1°C (66.4°F). in December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Kasungu?

In December, the average relative humidity in Kasungu is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kasungu?

In Kasungu, during December, the rain falls for 23.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 141mm (5.55") of precipitation.

When are the longest days in Kasungu?

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 53min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Kasungu?

The average day length in December in Kasungu, Malawi, is 12h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kasungu?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, in Kasungu, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 18:15 CAT.

What month has the most sunshine in Kasungu?

December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Kasungu?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Kasungu is 10.2h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Kasungu?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Kasungu is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Kasungu, Malawi

Average temperature in December - Kasungu, Malawi
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (23.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Kasungu, Malawi

Average pressure in December - Kasungu, Malawi
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Kasungu, Malawi

Average wind speed in December - Kasungu, Malawi
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (13.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.3km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Kasungu, Malawi

Average humidity in December - Kasungu, Malawi
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (48%).

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Average rainfall in December
Kasungu, Malawi

Average rainfall in December - Kasungu, Malawi
  • Average rainfall in December: 141mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (203mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Kasungu, Malawi

Average rainfall days in December - Kasungu, Malawi
  • Average rainfall days in December: 23.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.1 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kasungu, Malawi
  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 53min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 53min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 22min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Kasungu, Malawi

Average sunshine days in December - Kasungu, Malawi
  • Average sunshine days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (1.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Kasungu, Malawi

Average UV index in December - Kasungu, Malawi
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 7).
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
Kasungu, Malawi

Average cloud cover in December - Kasungu, Malawi
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in December
Kasungu, Malawi

Average visibility in December - Kasungu, 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 February, March and April (6km).

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