December weather forecastMakwasa, Malawi

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Makwasa, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.4°C (86.7°F) and 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Temperature

December ushers in an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.4°C (86.7°F), aligning closely with the preceding month. In Makwasa, an average temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F) is noted during December nights.

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Makwasa, in December, it is raining for 24.6 days, with typically 178mm (7.01") of accumulated precipitation. In Makwasa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188 days and collects up to 913mm (35.94") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:58 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 18:15 CAT.

Sunshine

In Makwasa, the average sunshine in December is 9.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during December translates into these guidelines:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.