December weather forecast
Mueda, Mozambique

December concludes the year with unlikely high temperatures and an appreciable increase in rainfall in Mueda, Mozambique. The high average temperature reaches an annual maximum of 30.9°C (87.6°F). Meanwhile, rainfall increases moderately to 143mm (5.63"), a monthly total not observed since early in the year. As the year draws to a close, the climate continues the upward warming trend, coupled with increased rainfall - characteristic for this time of the year. Brace for the arrival of January and expect the continuity of high temperatures and more rainfall.

Temperature

In Mueda, the peak temperatures are generally noted in December, averaging a high of 30.9°C (87.6°F) and a low of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. 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 'feels like' or 'real feel', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Mueda, during December, the rain falls for 21.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 143mm (5.63") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mueda, Mozambique, there are 174.5 rainfall days, and 1041mm (40.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:48 and sunset at 17:33. On the last day of December, in Mueda, sunrise is at 05:00 and sunset at 17:48 CAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Mueda, Mozambique. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during December morphs into the following directions:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.