December weather forecast
Mponda, Malawi

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Mponda, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.4°C (81.3°F) and 18.6°C (65.5°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during December is a still moderately hot 27.4°C (81.3°F), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. December nights in Mponda experience a consistent temperature drop to an enjoyable 18.6°C (65.5°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in December is estimated at a tropical 30°C (86°F). Exposure and extended activity could potentially cause a state of fatigue and lead to heat cramps.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Mponda, during December, the rain falls for 23.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 119mm (4.69") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.3 rainfall days, and 633mm (24.92") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 54min 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 18:03. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 18:18 CAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in December leads to these guidelines:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Mponda?
The high-temperature, in December, in Mponda, is 27.4°C (81.3°F), while the low-temperature averages to 18.6°C (65.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in December is estimated at 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Mponda?
The average relative humidity in December in Mponda is 75%.
How much does it rain in Mponda in December?
In Mponda, Malawi, in December, it is raining for 23.1 days, with typically 119mm (4.69") of accumulated precipitation.
When are the longest days in Mponda?
The month with the longest days in Mponda, Malawi, is December, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Mponda have in December?
In December, the average day length in Mponda is 12h and 55min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Mponda?
On the first day of December in Mponda, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 18:18 CAT.
What month has the most sunshine in Mponda?
With an average of 10.2h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year.
How long on average sun shines in December in Mponda?
In Mponda, Malawi, the average sunshine duration in December is 10.2h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Mponda?
February, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Mponda.
How high is the UV index in December in Mponda?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Mponda, Malawi
Average temperature in December
Mponda, Malawi
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (29.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.8°C).

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Mponda, Malawi
Average wind speed in December
Mponda, Malawi
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (5.8km/h).

Average humidity in December - Mponda, Malawi
Average humidity in December
Mponda, Malawi
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).

Average rainfall in December - Mponda, Malawi
Average rainfall in December
Mponda, Malawi
  • Average rainfall in December: 119mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (166mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July, August and September (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Mponda, Malawi
Average rainfall days in December
Mponda, Malawi
  • Average rainfall days in December: 23.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (1.7 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mponda, Malawi
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mponda, Malawi
  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 5min

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 1min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in December - Mponda, Malawi
Average sunshine days in December
Mponda, Malawi
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (27.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (3.6 days).

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

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

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in December - Mponda, Malawi
Average visibility in December
Mponda, 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 and March (6km).

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