December weather forecastSolwezi, Zambia

December

Weather in December

December in Solwezi is characterized by increased rainfall of 257mm (10.12"), the highest for the year. There is a slight dip in temperature, but the weather generally remains mild. With the augmented rainfall, cloud coverage tends to increase, moderating both sunshine hours and UV index. The atmospheric pressure stays relatively low, and wind speeds decline compared to the previous months. As such, December rings in Solwezi’s wet season on a prominent high note.

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature subtly reduces, transitioning from 28.5°C (83.3°F) in November to a still warm 25.3°C (77.5°F). Solwezi experiences a mean low-temperature of 16.3°C (61.3°F) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 30.6 days and typically aggregates up to 257mm (10.12") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Solwezi, with an average of 12h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:42 CAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in December leads to these guidelines:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in December, in Solwezi, is 25.3°C (77.5°F), while the average low-temperature is 16.3°C (61.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in November is estimated at 32°C (89.6°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 30.6 days and typically aggregates up to 257mm (10.12") of precipitation.

In Solwezi, in December, during 30.6 rainfall days, 257mm (10.12") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 48min of daylight.

The average day length in December is 12h and 50min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:42 CAT.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

January through July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average humidity
Average rainfall
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Solwezi, Zambia

  • Average high temperature in December: 25.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (18.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (9.9°C).

Average pressure in December
Solwezi, Zambia

  • Average pressure in December: 1011.9mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Solwezi, Zambia

  • Average wind speed in December: 6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (10.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and December (6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Solwezi, Zambia

  • Average humidity in December: 87%

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
Solwezi, Zambia

  • Average rainfall in December: 257mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (257mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Solwezi, Zambia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 30.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (30.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Solwezi, Zambia

  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 48min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Solwezi, Zambia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Solwezi, 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, July, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Solwezi, Zambia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in December
Solwezi, 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).