December weather forecastSankulani, Malawi

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a sweltering month in Sankulani, Malawi, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.2°C (73.8°F) and max 35.1°C (95.2°F).

Temperature

The onset of December brings an average high-temperature of a still very hot 35.1°C (95.2°F), nearly matching the November temperature. In Sankulani, an average low-temperature of 23.2°C (73.8°F) is recorded during December nights.

Heat index

During December, the heat index is appraised at a burning hot 50°C (122°F). Observe: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is on the horizon with prolonged exertion.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. 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 hold particular significance for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

In Sankulani, during December, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 67mm (2.64") of precipitation. In Sankulani, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.5 days and collects up to 446mm (17.56") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 04:57 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 18:14 CAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Sankulani, 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: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.