December weather forecast
Mabalane, Mozambique

December completes the year in Mabalane by reaching the second highest annual temperature of 32.7°C (90.9°F). The tropical climate characterizes this month, with humidity levels rising and consistent heavy rainfall. However, December also boasts of the highest daylight hours, making for bright, sunny days. Conditions for visibility improve to 10km (6.2mi), offering clear skies despite the heavy cloud cover. Winds persist to blow at a steady 11.6km/h (7.2mph), marking a calm end to the year.

Temperature

Mabalane notes the warmest temperatures in December, with a high average of 32.7°C (90.9°F) and a low of 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index in December is computed to be a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light 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 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 67%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 16.6 days. Throughout December, 76mm (2.99") of precipitation is accumulated. In Mabalane, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.1 days and collects up to 413mm (16.26") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:53 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of December, in Mabalane, sunrise is at 05:05 and sunset at 18:40 CAT.

Sunshine

In Mabalane, the average sunshine in December is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. 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. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.