December weather forecastLuanshya, Zambia
December
Weather in December
December in Luanshya rings in the wet season with rainfall totaling 203mm (7.99"), and temperature averaging between 26.5°C (79.7°F) and 17.5°C (63.5°F). The muggy weather ensues as the month welcomes a significant rise in humidity. Wind speeds drop considerably, signaling the arrival of calm, moist conditions. The increase in cloud cover fragments the sunlight hours, marking the beginning of a wetter and cloudier phase for Luanshya at the end of the year.Temperature
The onset of December entails a subtle temperature shift, as the average high-temperature eases from a tropical 30.4°C (86.7°F) in November to a warm 26.5°C (79.7°F). Luanshya, in December, experiences an average temperature of 17.5°C (63.5°F) at night.Humidity
In Luanshya, Zambia, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 27.7 days. Throughout December, 203mm (7.99") of precipitation is accumulated. In Luanshya, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.6 days and collects up to 954mm (37.56") of precipitation.Daylight
The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:36 CAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 9.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Luanshya are January through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Luanshya, Zambia
- Average high temperature in December: 26.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.6°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February and June (24.9°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 17.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.3°C).
Average pressure in December
Luanshya, Zambia
- Average pressure in December: 1011.7mbar
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
Luanshya, Zambia
- Average wind speed in December: 6.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.5km/h).
Average humidity in December
Luanshya, Zambia
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (30%).
Average rainfall in December
Luanshya, Zambia
- Average rainfall in December: 203mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (240mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Luanshya, Zambia
- Average rainfall days in December: 27.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Luanshya, Zambia
- Average daylight in December: 12h and 54min
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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Luanshya, Zambia
- Average sunshine days in December: 2.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (0.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Luanshya, 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
Luanshya, Zambia
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).
Average visibility in December
Luanshya, Zambia
- Average visibility in December: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (6km).
