December weather forecastOshikango, Namibia

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Oshikango, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 32°C (89.6°F) and min 23.2°C (73.8°F).

Temperature

December experiences an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32°C (89.6°F), barely different from November's 33.1°C (91.6°F). During the month of December, an average low-temperature of 23.2°C (73.8°F) is recorded.

Heat index

The heat index for December is evaluated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 44%.

Rainfall

In Oshikango, in December, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 78mm (3.07") of accumulated precipitation. In Oshikango, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.8 days and collects up to 379mm (14.92") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 19:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 19:34 CAT.

Sunshine

In Oshikango, Namibia, the average sunshine in December is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during December translates into the following directions:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

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

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 32°C (89.6°F) and 23.2°C (73.8°F) respectively. In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

In Oshikango, the average relative humidity in December is 44%.

In December, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout December, 78mm (3.07") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

In December, the average day length is 13h and 9min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 19:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 19:34 CAT.

In Oshikango, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.4h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

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

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

33.1°C

32°C

31.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12.8km/h

12.5km/h

11.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

14.4

11.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Oshikango, Namibia

Average high temperature in December: 32°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (26.7°C).

Average low temperature in December: 23.2°C

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

Average pressure in December
Oshikango, Namibia

Average pressure in December: 1009.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Oshikango, Namibia

Average wind speed in December: 10.5km/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 (9.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Oshikango, 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 (18%).

Average rainfall in December
Oshikango, Namibia

Average rainfall in December: 78mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (83mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May, June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Oshikango, Namibia

Average rainfall days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Oshikango, 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 24min

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: 9h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oshikango, Namibia

Average sunshine days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Oshikango, 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
Oshikango, Namibia

Average cloud cover in December: 24

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

Average visibility in December
Oshikango, 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).