December weather forecast
Chingola, Zambia

December

Weather in December

December represents the height of the rainy season in Chingola, with rainfall escalating to 247mm (9.72"). The month is punctuated by a significant increase in cloud cover, reducing sunshine hours and lowering visibility. Despite the heavy rains, temperatures remain consistent and comfortably warm throughout the day. The significant amount of rain leads to high humidity levels, which are typical for this time of year. Wind speeds continue to decrease, ending the year on a calm note.

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a minor change in the average high-temperature, shifting from 29.5°C (85.1°F) in November to a still moderately hot 25.5°C (77.9°F). Chingola's temperature lowers to a mean of 17.4°C (63.3°F) during the nights in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 29.8 days and typically aggregates up to 247mm (9.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Chingola, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:37 CAT.

Sunshine

In Chingola, the average sunshine in December is 9h.

UV index

January through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?
An average high-temperature, in December, in Chingola, is 25.5°C (77.9°F) and the average low-temperature is 17.4°C (63.3°F). In November, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.
What is the wettest month?
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 29.8 days and typically aggregates up to 247mm (9.72") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in December?
In Chingola, in December, it is raining for 29.8 days, with typically 247mm (9.72") of accumulated precipitation.
When are the longest days?
The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Chingola have in December?
In December, the average day length is 12h and 51min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Chingola?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:37 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 9h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Chingola?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Chingola, Zambia
Average temperature in December
Chingola, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (24.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (19°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (10.7°C).

Average pressure in December - Chingola, Zambia
Average pressure in December
Chingola, Zambia
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.9mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1011.2mbar).

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6.5km/h).

Average humidity in December - Chingola, Zambia
Average humidity in December
Chingola, Zambia
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (30%).

Average rainfall in December - Chingola, Zambia
Average rainfall in December
Chingola, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in December: 247mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (247mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Chingola, Zambia
Average rainfall days in December
Chingola, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 29.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chingola, Zambia
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Chingola, 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 0min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in December - Chingola, Zambia
Average sunshine days in December
Chingola, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and December (0.8 days).

Average UV index in December - Chingola, Zambia
Average UV index in December
Chingola, 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, February, March, April, May, June and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December - Chingola, Zambia
Average cloud cover in December
Chingola, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in December - Chingola, Zambia
Average visibility in December
Chingola, 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 and March (6km).

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