December weather forecast
Nakambala, Zambia

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Nakambala, is still a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.5°C (83.3°F) and 19.9°C (67.8°F).

Temperature

The onset of December marks an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 28.5°C (83.3°F), hardly differing from November's 31.3°C (88.3°F). During the month of December, Nakambala's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 19.9°C (67.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during December is evaluated at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Ongoing activity coupled with exposure often results in weariness and could induce heat cramps.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.

Humidity

In Nakambala, Zambia, the average relative humidity in December is 70%.

Rainfall

In Nakambala, in December, it is raining for 25.1 days, with typically 160mm (6.3") of accumulated precipitation. In Nakambala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.5 days and collects up to 718mm (28.27") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 13h and 6min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:43 CAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 10.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during December morphs into the following directions:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during December?
The average high-temperature, in December, in Nakambala, is 28.5°C (83.3°F), while the average low-temperature is 19.9°C (67.8°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 32°C (89.6°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In December, the average relative humidity is 70%.
How much does it rain in December?
In Nakambala, during December, the rain falls for 25.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 160mm (6.3") of precipitation.
When are the longest days?
With an average of 13h and 6min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
How many hours of daylight does Nakambala have in December?
The average day length in December is 13h and 3min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:43 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Nakambala have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 10.4h.
What is the UV index reading in December?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Nakambala, Zambia
Average temperature in December
Nakambala, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.9°C).

Average pressure in December - Nakambala, Zambia
Average pressure in December
Nakambala, Zambia
  • Average pressure in December: 1010.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Nakambala, Zambia
Average wind speed in December
Nakambala, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (14.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and February (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in December - Nakambala, Zambia
Average humidity in December
Nakambala, Zambia
  • Average humidity in December: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (31%).

Average rainfall in December - Nakambala, Zambia
Average rainfall in December
Nakambala, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in December: 160mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (202mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Nakambala, Zambia
Average rainfall days in December
Nakambala, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 25.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (0.2 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nakambala, Zambia
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Nakambala, Zambia
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December - Nakambala, Zambia
Average sunshine days in December
Nakambala, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.1 days).

Average UV index in December - Nakambala, Zambia
Average UV index in December
Nakambala, Zambia
  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December - Nakambala, Zambia
Average cloud cover in December
Nakambala, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in December - Nakambala, Zambia
Average visibility in December
Nakambala, Zambia
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (8km).

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