December weather forecast
Macia, Mozambique

Closing the year, December boasts the year's highest temperature in Macia, rising to an average maximum of 32.7°C (90.9°F). Alongside the rise, an increase in rainfall is noted, due to the high relative humidity of 67%. The increase in cloud cover corresponds to the month's rainiest days. Wind patterns remain steady, bringing a cooling effect to the hot days. Overall, December's climatic temperament sets the stage for the city's tropical weather during the incoming year.

Temperature

In Macia, Mozambique, the peak average temperatures are observed in December, with a high of 32.7°C (90.9°F) and a low of 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in December is evaluated at a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 67%.

Rainfall

In Macia, during December, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 76mm (2.99") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Macia, there are 140.1 rainfall days, and 413mm (16.26") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 13h and 42min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 04:49 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:00 and sunset at 18:40 CAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Macia are January, March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.