December weather forecastMitundu, Malawi
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the summer in Mitundu, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 28.2°C (82.8°F) and 18.6°C (65.5°F).Temperature
The introduction of December sees an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 28.2°C (82.8°F), hardly deviating from November. December brings Mitundu a consistent average low-temperature of 18.6°C (65.5°F).Heat index
The heat index value for December is evaluated at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Continued exposure and engagement in activity might trigger tiredness and subsequently heat cramps.The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
Humidity
In Mitundu, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.Rainfall
In Mitundu, during December, the rain falls for 26.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 143mm (5.63") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mitundu, there are 160.7 rainfall days, and 807mm (31.77") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 13h and 0min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Mitundu.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:06 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of December, in Mitundu, Malawi, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 18:16 CAT.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine in Mitundu is December, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Mitundu are August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in December leads to these recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Mitundu, 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
Mitundu, 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
Mitundu, 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
Mitundu, 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
Mitundu, 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
Mitundu, 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
Mitundu, 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 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
Mitundu, 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
Mitundu, 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
Mitundu, 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
Mitundu, 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).
