December weather forecast
Kongwa, Tanzania

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a warm month in Kongwa, Tanzania, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.7°C (85.5°F) and min 19.2°C (66.6°F).

Temperature

The introduction of December sees an average high-temperature of a warm 29.7°C (85.5°F), hardly deviating from November. In the month of December, Kongwa witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 19.2°C (66.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index in December is evaluated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Kongwa is 67%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 19 days and typically aggregates up to 135mm (5.31") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:51 EAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Kongwa is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during December translates into the following directions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in December?
December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 29.7°C (85.5°F) and a low-temperature of 19.2°C (66.6°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December is 67%.
What is the rainiest month?
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19 days and accumulates 135mm (5.31") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in December?
In Kongwa, in December, during 19 rainfall days, 135mm (5.31") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When are the longest days?
With an average of 12h and 30min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Kongwa.
How many hours of daylight does Kongwa have in December?
In Kongwa, the average day length in December is 12h and 29min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:51 EAT.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In Kongwa, the average sunshine duration in December is 8.9h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index intensity in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kongwa, Tanzania
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are May and June (27.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (13.9°C).

Average pressure in December
Kongwa, Tanzania
  • Average pressure in December: 1012mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1017.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Kongwa, Tanzania
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (12.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Kongwa, Tanzania
  • Average humidity in December: 67%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and April (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (51%).

Average rainfall in December
Kongwa, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall in December: 135mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (135mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kongwa, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.2 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kongwa, Tanzania
  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kongwa, Tanzania
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Kongwa, Tanzania
  • 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 January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Kongwa, Tanzania
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Kongwa, Tanzania
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March and April (8km).

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