December weather forecast
Chongoene, Mozambique

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Chongoene, Mozambique, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.8°C (85.6°F) and 22.6°C (72.7°F).

Temperature

February and December are the warmest months, with an average high-temperature of 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is a late-stage sign of dehydration - hence, it is necessary to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

In Chongoene, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Chongoene, in December, during 17.4 rainfall days, 79mm (3.11") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 173.2 rainfall days, and 572mm (22.52") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Chongoene, sunrise is at 04:46 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:57 and sunset at 18:37 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Chongoene, Mozambique, is 9.3h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Chongoene?
February and December, with an average high-temperature of 29.8°C (85.6°F), are marked as the warmest months in Chongoene, Mozambique.
How hot is it in Chongoene in December?
In Chongoene, 29.8°C (85.6°F) is the average high-temperature and 22.6°C (72.7°F) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in December is estimated at 36°C (96.8°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Chongoene?
In December, the average relative humidity in Chongoene is 74%.
How many days does it rain in December in Chongoene?
In Chongoene, Mozambique, during December, the rain falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 79mm (3.11") of precipitation.
When are the longest days in Chongoene?
The month with the longest days in Chongoene, Mozambique, is December, with an average of 13h and 42min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Chongoene have in December?
In December, the average day length in Chongoene, Mozambique, is 13h and 40min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Chongoene?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 04:46 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:57 and sunset at 18:37 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Chongoene have in December?
In Chongoene, Mozambique, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.3h.
When is the highest UV index in Chongoene?
The months with the highest UV index in Chongoene, Mozambique, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index reading in December in Chongoene?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Chongoene, Mozambique, is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Chongoene, Mozambique
Average temperature in December
Chongoene, Mozambique
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and December (29.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (23.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (16.5°C).

Average pressure in December - Chongoene, Mozambique
Average pressure in December
Chongoene, Mozambique
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Chongoene, Mozambique
Average wind speed in December
Chongoene, Mozambique
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (15.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.7km/h).

Average humidity in December - Chongoene, Mozambique
Average humidity in December
Chongoene, Mozambique
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (68%).

Average rainfall in December - Chongoene, Mozambique
Average rainfall in December
Chongoene, Mozambique
  • Average rainfall in December: 79mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (96mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (11mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Chongoene, Mozambique
Average rainfall days in December
Chongoene, Mozambique
  • Average rainfall days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.8 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chongoene, Mozambique
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Chongoene, Mozambique
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December - Chongoene, Mozambique
Average sunshine days in December
Chongoene, Mozambique
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (6.5 days).

Average UV index in December - Chongoene, Mozambique
Average UV index in December
Chongoene, Mozambique
  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December - Chongoene, Mozambique
Average cloud cover in December
Chongoene, Mozambique
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in December - Chongoene, Mozambique
Average visibility in December
Chongoene, Mozambique
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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