December weather forecast
Zomba, Malawi

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Zomba, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.5°C (86.9°F) and an average low of 21.1°C (70°F).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature is almost the same as in November - a still hot 30.5°C (86.9°F). The average low-temperature, in Zomba, is 21.1°C (70°F).

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is calculated to be a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel', 'feels like', 'felt air temperature', or 'apparent temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Additional factors like metabolic differences, wind, pregnancy, and activity influence one's weather impression. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

In Zomba, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.

Rainfall

In December, in Zomba, the rain falls for 25.4 days. Throughout December, 221mm (8.7") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Zomba, there are 169.2 rainfall days, and 1057mm (41.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Zomba, Malawi, with an average of 13h and 1min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 04:58 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 18:12 CAT.

Sunshine

In Zomba, the average sunshine in December is 9.6h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in December transform into the following instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in December in Zomba?

The average high-temperature, in December, is 30.5°C (86.9°F), while the average low-temperature is 21.1°C (70°F). in December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 37°C (98.6°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Zomba?

In December, the average relative humidity in Zomba, Malawi, is 72%.

How much does it rain in Zomba in December?

In Zomba, Malawi, in December, it is raining for 25.4 days, with typically 221mm (8.7") of accumulated precipitation.

When are the longest days in Zomba?

The month with the longest days in Zomba is December, with an average of 13h and 1min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Zomba have in December?

The average day length in December in Zomba, Malawi, is 13h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Zomba?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:58 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, in Zomba, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 18:12 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Zomba have in December?

In Zomba, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.6h.

How high is the UV index in December in Zomba?

In Zomba, Malawi, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Zomba, Malawi

Average temperature in December - Zomba, Malawi
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (21.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (13.1°C).

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Average pressure in December
Zomba, Malawi

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Zomba, Malawi

Average wind speed in December - Zomba, Malawi
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (7.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (4.9km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Zomba, Malawi

Average humidity in December - Zomba, Malawi
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (44%).

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Average rainfall in December
Zomba, Malawi

Average rainfall in December - Zomba, Malawi
  • Average rainfall in December: 221mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (283mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (3mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Zomba, Malawi

Average rainfall days in December - Zomba, Malawi
  • Average rainfall days in December: 25.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (3.4 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Zomba, Malawi

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Zomba, Malawi
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 1min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 14min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Zomba, Malawi

Average sunshine days in December - Zomba, Malawi
  • Average sunshine days in December: 4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Zomba, Malawi

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

The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in December
Zomba, Malawi

Average cloud cover in December - Zomba, Malawi
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in December
Zomba, Malawi

Average visibility in December - Zomba, 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).

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