December weather forecastMpokosa, Malawi
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the summer in Mpokosa, is still a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.2°C (82.8°F) and min 18.6°C (65.5°F).Temperature
Mpokosa records a slight change with December's average high-temperatures adjusting to a warm 28.2°C (82.8°F) from November's 30.1°C (86.2°F). During December, the average low-temperature is recorded at a comfortable 18.6°C (65.5°F).Heat index
Throughout December, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Extended exposure and activity might lead to tiredness, potentially resulting in heat cramps.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Mpokosa is 73%.Rainfall
In Mpokosa, in December, it is raining for 26.1 days, with typically 143mm (5.63") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.7 rainfall days, and 807mm (31.77") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of December in Mpokosa, sunrise is at 05:06 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 18:16 CAT.
Sunshine
With an average of 10.4h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Mpokosa, 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
Mpokosa, 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
Mpokosa, 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
Mpokosa, 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
Mpokosa, 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
Mpokosa, 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
Mpokosa, 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
Mpokosa, 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
Mpokosa, 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
Mpokosa, 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
Mpokosa, 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).
