December weather forecastOtamanzi, Namibia

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Otamanzi, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.2°C (73.8°F) and an average high of 32°C (89.6°F).

Temperature

Stepping into December, Otamanzi records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32°C (89.6°F), almost consistent with November. Nighttime temperatures in Otamanzi consistently average a moderately hot 23.2°C (73.8°F) during December.

Heat index

During December, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 44%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout December, 78mm (3.07") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 100.8 rainfall days, and 379mm (14.92") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 19:22. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 19:37 CAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in December translates into this advice:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. 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. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Updated: Jul 3, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in December, in Otamanzi, is 32°C (89.6°F), while the average low-temperature is 23.2°C (73.8°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 33°C (91.4°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 44%.

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

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 12min of daylight.

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

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 19:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 19:37 CAT.

In Otamanzi, 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from 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
Otamanzi, 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
Otamanzi, 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
Otamanzi, 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
Otamanzi, 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
Otamanzi, 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
Otamanzi, 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
Otamanzi, 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
Otamanzi, 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
Otamanzi, 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
Otamanzi, 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
Otamanzi, 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).