December weather forecastMbobo, Malawi

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Mbobo, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.5°C (72.5°F) and an average high of 27.7°C (81.9°F).

Temperature

Mbobo indicates an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.7°C (81.9°F) in December, showing minor variation from November's 28.7°C (83.7°F). Mbobo, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). If one stays active during extended exposure, it might induce fatigue and result in heat cramps.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

In Mbobo, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 22.1 days. Throughout December, 108mm (4.25") of precipitation is accumulated. In Mbobo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.5 days and collects up to 662mm (26.06") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Mbobo, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:14 CAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Mbobo, Malawi, is December, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Mbobo, Malawi, are January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during December translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Updated: Feb 6, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Mbobo, Malawi, during December are 27.7°C (81.9°F) and 22.5°C (72.5°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in December is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

The average relative humidity in December in Mbobo, Malawi, is 75%.

In December, in Mbobo, Malawi, the rain falls for 22.1 days. Throughout December, 108mm (4.25") of precipitation is accumulated.

With an average of 12h and 54min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.

In Mbobo, the average day length in December is 12h and 53min.

On the first day of December in Mbobo, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:14 CAT.

The month with the most sunshine is December, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December is 10.2h.

January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

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

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

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Jan

Average high temperature

28.7°C

27.7°C

26.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.5km/h

8km/h

8.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

11.5

6.4

4.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Mbobo, Malawi

Average high temperature in December: 27.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (28.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.3°C).

Average low temperature in December: 22.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (22.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (16.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Mbobo, Malawi

Average pressure in December: 1011.7mbar

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

Average wind speed in December
Mbobo, Malawi

Average wind speed in December: 7.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (11.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and December (7.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Mbobo, Malawi

Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (60%).

Average rainfall in December
Mbobo, Malawi

Average rainfall in December: 108mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (145mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Mbobo, Malawi

Average rainfall days in December: 22.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.4 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mbobo, 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 24min).

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 July (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mbobo, Malawi

Average sunshine days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (27.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Mbobo, Malawi

Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Mbobo, Malawi

Average cloud cover in December: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
Mbobo, Malawi

Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).