December weather forecastOshigambo, Namibia

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a hot month in Oshigambo, Namibia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.8°C (89.2°F) and 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

Upon the beginning of December, Oshigambo's high-temperatures register at a still tropical 31.8°C (89.2°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. Oshigambo's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 23.3°C (73.9°F) during the nights of December.

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is computed to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 44%.

Rainfall

In Oshigambo, in December, during 16.4 rainfall days, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 91.8 rainfall days, and 272mm (10.71") 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 in Oshigambo, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 19:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 19:34 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9.1h.

UV index

January, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during December translates into the following directions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Oshigambo, in December, the average high-temperature is 31.8°C (89.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 23.3°C (73.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in December is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 44%.

In Oshigambo, during December, the rain falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 61mm (2.4") of precipitation.

December has the longest days of the year in Oshigambo, with an average of 13h and 12min of daylight.

In December, the average day length is 13h and 11min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 19:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 19:34 CAT.

The average sunshine duration in December is 9.1h.

January, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

33.1°C

31.8°C

31.4°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

13km/h

12.4km/h

12km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.5

12.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Oshigambo, Namibia

Average high temperature in December: 31.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (26.7°C).

Average low temperature in December: 23.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (23.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Oshigambo, Namibia

Average pressure in December: 1009.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Oshigambo, Namibia

Average wind speed in December: 10.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Oshigambo, Namibia

Average humidity in December: 44%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (17%).

Average rainfall in December
Oshigambo, Namibia

Average rainfall in December: 61mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (62mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Oshigambo, Namibia

Average rainfall days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December: 13h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

Average sunshine in December: 9h and 6min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oshigambo, Namibia

Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Oshigambo, Namibia

Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Oshigambo, Namibia

Average cloud cover in December: 25

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

Average visibility in December
Oshigambo, 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).