December weather forecastNsangwe, Malawi

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Nsangwe, is also a sweltering month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.7°C (96.3°F) and 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature is a still very hot 35.7°C (96.3°F) in December, hardly different from the 36.5°C (97.7°F) recorded in November. Nsangwe reports a substantial plunge from daytime highs during the nights of December, with an average low-temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during December is estimated at a burning hot 51°C (123.8°F). Take note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke can occur with prolonged effort.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold particular significance 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.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Nsangwe, Malawi, is 66%.

Rainfall

In Nsangwe, during December, the rain falls for 18.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 76mm (2.99") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 122.3 rainfall days, and 434mm (17.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 13h and 6min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:58 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 18:16 CAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.3h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year in Nsangwe.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in December leads to these guidelines:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.