December weather forecast
Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 17.3°C (63.1°F) and 26.5°C (79.7°F).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in temperature, down from a tropical 30.2°C (86.4°F) in November to a moderately hot 26.5°C (79.7°F). An average nighttime temperature of 17.3°C (63.1°F) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Bwana Mkubwa, during December, the rain falls for 26.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 155mm (6.1") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.1 rainfall days, and 743mm (29.25") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Bwana Mkubwa, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:34 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during December leads to these instructions:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Bwana Mkubwa in December?
In Bwana Mkubwa, in December, the average high-temperature is 26.5°C (79.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 17.3°C (63.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in November is estimated at 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.
How much does it rain in December?
In Bwana Mkubwa, in December, it is raining for 26.3 days, with typically 155mm (6.1") of accumulated precipitation.
When are the longest days?
The month with the longest days in Bwana Mkubwa is December, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia, the average day length in December is 12h and 53min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:34 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Bwana Mkubwa have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
January, March through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in December?
In Bwana Mkubwa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
Average temperature in December
Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (18.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10°C).

Average pressure in December - Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
Average pressure in December
Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
Average wind speed in December
Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.3km/h).

Average humidity in December - Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
Average humidity in December
Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (31%).

Average rainfall in December - Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
Average rainfall in December
Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in December: 155mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (183mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
Average rainfall days in December
Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 26.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December - Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
Average sunshine days in December
Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.6 days).

Average UV index in December - Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
Average UV index in December
Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
  • Average UV index in December: 5

The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April, May, June and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December - Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
Average cloud cover in December
Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in December - Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
Average visibility in December
Bwana Mkubwa, Zambia
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).

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