December weather forecast
Khorixas, Namibia

December

Weather in December

The year wraps up with December featuring the second-highest rainfall of the year at 37mm (1.46"). Compared to November, temperature slightly falls, providing some relief from the heat. While the strong winds of the previous months reduce, clouds become more evident in the sky. Despite the frequent showers, the sunshine persists, giving opportunities for outdoor activities during breaks in rainfall. The overall pleasant temperature, coupled with festive celebrations, brings a vibrant mood to Khorixas during December.

Temperature

Khorixas's average high-temperature in December is a still hot 31.6°C (88.9°F), indicating a subtle variation from November. An average nighttime temperature of 20.1°C (68.2°F) is recorded during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 34%.

Rainfall

In Khorixas, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Khorixas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 79.5 days and collects up to 272mm (10.71") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 13h and 18min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 19:27. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 19:43 CAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Khorixas is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in December?
In December, in Khorixas, the average high-temperature is 31.6°C (88.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 20.1°C (68.2°F). In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 28°C (82.4°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December is 34%.
How many days does it rain in December in Khorixas?
In Khorixas, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation.
When are the longest days?
December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 18min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Khorixas have in December?
In Khorixas, Namibia, the average day length in December is 13h and 20min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 19:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 19:43 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Khorixas have in December?
In Khorixas, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.7h.
When is the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index reading in December?
In Khorixas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Khorixas, Namibia
Average temperature in December
Khorixas, Namibia
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (23.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (20.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.8°C).

Average pressure in December - Khorixas, Namibia
Average pressure in December
Khorixas, Namibia
  • Average pressure in December: 1011mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Khorixas, Namibia
Average wind speed in December
Khorixas, Namibia
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9km/h).

Average humidity in December - Khorixas, Namibia
Average humidity in December
Khorixas, Namibia
  • Average humidity in December: 34%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (51%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (21%).

Average rainfall in December - Khorixas, Namibia
Average rainfall in December
Khorixas, Namibia
  • Average rainfall in December: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (82mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Khorixas, Namibia
Average rainfall days in December
Khorixas, Namibia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Khorixas, Namibia
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Khorixas, Namibia
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December - Khorixas, Namibia
Average sunshine days in December
Khorixas, Namibia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December - Khorixas, Namibia
Average UV index in December
Khorixas, Namibia
  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, October, November 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 - Khorixas, Namibia
Average cloud cover in December
Khorixas, Namibia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in December - Khorixas, Namibia
Average visibility in December
Khorixas, Namibia
  • 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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