December weather forecast
Chingola, Zambia

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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 subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from 29.5°C (85.1°F) in November to a still warm 25.5°C (77.9°F). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature averages to a comfortable 17.4°C (63.3°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 29.8 days and accumulates 247mm (9.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, 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.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Chingola is 9h.

UV index

January through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Chingola. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Chingola?

In Chingola, in December, the average high-temperature 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', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Chingola?

In Chingola, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

What is the wettest month in Chingola?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Chingola?

In Chingola, during December, the rain falls for 29.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 247mm (9.72") of precipitation.

When are the longest days in Chingola?

The month with the longest days in Chingola, Zambia, is December, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Chingola?

The average day length in December is 12h and 51min.

When are sunrise and 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, in Chingola, Zambia, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:37 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Chingola have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Chingola, Zambia, is 9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Chingola?

January through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Chingola, Zambia.

How high is the UV index in December in Chingola?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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).

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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).

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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).

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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%).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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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