December weather forecast
Chinchimane, Namibia

December, the first month of the summer in Chinchimane, is still a tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.6°C (88.9°F) and an average low of 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Temperature

December's climate shows a minor adjustment in average high-temperatures to a still hot 31.6°C (88.9°F) from November's 34.2°C (93.6°F). Chinchimane observes an average nighttime temperature of 21.3°C (70.3°F) during December.

Heat index

December's average heat index is computed to be a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Kids frequently ignore the importance of taking a break and rehydrating. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during long-lasting physical activities.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In Chinchimane, the average relative humidity in December is 63%.

Rainfall

In Chinchimane, Namibia, in December, it is raining for 23.9 days, with typically 124mm (4.88") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Chinchimane, there are 121.1 rainfall days, and 537mm (21.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 13h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 19:02 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Chinchimane is 10.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Chinchimane, Namibia, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.