December weather forecastOkondjatu, Namibia

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a warm month in Okondjatu, Namibia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.5°C (68.9°F) and 29.6°C (85.3°F).

Temperature

December's weather displays an average high-temperature of a warm 29.6°C (85.3°F), slightly varied from November's 31°C (87.8°F). Okondjatu observes an average low-temperature of 20.5°C (68.9°F) during December.

Heat index

The average heat index in December is computed to be a hot 31°C (87.8°F). With sustained exposure and activity, exhaustion becomes probable, resulting in heat cramps.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 52%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 22.2 days and typically aggregates up to 129mm (5.08") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 19:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 19:31 CAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Frequently asked questions

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 29.6°C (85.3°F) and 20.5°C (68.9°F) respectively. In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

In December, the average relative humidity is 52%.

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 22.2 days and accumulates 129mm (5.08") of precipitation.

In December, the rain falls for 22.2 days. Throughout December, 129mm (5.08") of precipitation is accumulated.

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 24min of daylight.

In Okondjatu, the average day length in December is 13h and 23min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 19:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 19:31 CAT.

The average sunshine duration in December is 9.3h.

In Okondjatu, Namibia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Okondjatu, Namibia

  • Average high temperature in December: 29.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are November and December (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Okondjatu, Namibia

  • Average pressure in December: 1010mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Okondjatu, Namibia

  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (8.5km/h).

Average humidity in December
Okondjatu, Namibia

  • Average humidity in December: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (20%).

Average rainfall in December
Okondjatu, Namibia

  • Average rainfall in December: 129mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (129mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Okondjatu, Namibia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 22.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (22.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Okondjatu, Namibia

  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Okondjatu, Namibia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Okondjatu, Namibia

  • Average UV index in December: 6

The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Okondjatu, Namibia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in December
Okondjatu, Namibia

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).