December weather forecast
Usakos, Namibia

December

Weather in December

Concluding the year in December, Usakos, Namibia, experiences its warm weather with temperatures barely dropping below 20°C (68°F). With an increase in relative humidity, the month becomes noticeably warm and humid. Rainfall increases to 37mm (1.46"), indicating that the wet season is well underway but offers a respite from the heat. Despite the heat and humidity, the city enjoys long sunshine hours offering sufficient time for fun outdoor activities and a perfect end of the year.

Temperature

Usakos's weather in December, with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.6°C (88.9°F), subtly shifts from November's 32.1°C (89.8°F). Usakos experiences a nighttime temperature average of 20.1°C (68.2°F) during December.

Humidity

In Usakos, the average relative humidity in December is 34%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 19:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 19:44 CAT.

Sunshine

In Usakos, the average sunshine in December 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 health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during December?
An average high-temperature, in December, in Usakos, 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. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 28°C (82.4°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December is 34%.
How much does it rain in December?
In Usakos, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 37mm (1.46") of accumulated precipitation.
When are the longest days?
With an average of 13h and 30min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
How many hours of daylight does Usakos have in December?
The average day length in December is 13h and 27min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 19:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 19:44 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in December in Usakos?
The average sunshine duration in December is 9.7h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
How high is the UV index in December?
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.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in December - Usakos, Namibia
Average temperature in December
Usakos, 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 - Usakos, Namibia
Average pressure in December
Usakos, 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 - Usakos, Namibia
Average wind speed in December
Usakos, 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 - Usakos, Namibia
Average humidity in December
Usakos, 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 - Usakos, Namibia
Average rainfall in December
Usakos, 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 - Usakos, Namibia
Average rainfall days in December
Usakos, 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 - Usakos, Namibia
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Usakos, Namibia
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

  • 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 - Usakos, Namibia
Average sunshine days in December
Usakos, 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 - Usakos, Namibia
Average UV index in December
Usakos, 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 - Usakos, Namibia
Average cloud cover in December
Usakos, 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 - Usakos, Namibia
Average visibility in December
Usakos, 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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