December weather forecastDete, Zimbabwe

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Dete, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 20.6°C (69.1°F) and 30.5°C (86.9°F).

Temperature

December experiences an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.5°C (86.9°F), barely different from November's 32.7°C (90.9°F). Dete, in December, experiences an average temperature of 20.6°C (69.1°F) at night.

Heat index

In December, the heat index is appraised at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Adopt special protective actions against heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Long-duration activity risks heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

In Dete, the average relative humidity in December is 64%.

Rainfall

In Dete, in December, it is raining for 19.8 days, with typically 99mm (3.9") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 112.1 rainfall days, and 464mm (18.27") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:52 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 10.9h.

UV index

In Dete, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Frequently asked questions

In Dete, in December, the average high-temperature is 30.5°C (86.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 20.6°C (69.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in December is appraised at 35°C (95°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 64%.

In Dete, during December, the rain falls for 19.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 99mm (3.9") of precipitation.

With an average of 13h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.

The average day length in December is 13h and 14min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:52 CAT.

In Dete, the average sunshine duration in December is 10.9h.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dete, Zimbabwe

  • Average high temperature in December: 30.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (20.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Dete, Zimbabwe

  • Average pressure in December: 1010.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Dete, Zimbabwe

  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and May (7.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Dete, Zimbabwe

  • Average humidity in December: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (30%).

Average rainfall in December
Dete, Zimbabwe

  • Average rainfall in December: 99mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (109mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Dete, Zimbabwe

  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.2 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dete, Zimbabwe

  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dete, Zimbabwe

  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Dete, Zimbabwe

  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December
Dete, Zimbabwe

  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in December
Dete, Zimbabwe

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (9km).