December weather forecast
Pongwe, Tanzania

December, the first month of the summer in Pongwe, is still a tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.9°C (75°F) and an average high of 31.9°C (89.4°F).

Temperature

December's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.9°C (89.4°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Pongwe's nights in December experience an average temperature drop to a moderately hot 23.9°C (75°F).

Heat index

For December, the heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital 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.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

January through March, June, July and December, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Pongwe, in December, during 21.5 rainfall days, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pongwe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 204.6 days and collects up to 605mm (23.82") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Pongwe, with an average of 12h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:39 EAT.

Sunshine

In Pongwe, the average sunshine in December is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Pongwe are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in December leads to these guidelines:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.