December weather forecast
Goromonzi, Zimbabwe

December in Goromonzi features a blend of high temperatures, increased rainfall, and high humidity, typical of a tropical climatic end to the year. Despite longer daylight hours, the amount of sunshine available decreases due to a higher percentage of cloud coverage. The wind speed stabilizes, and temperatures stay relatively constant compared to November. In December, Goromonzi experiences an average high temperature of 27°C (80.6°F), higher humidity at 71%, and rainfall measuring 114mm (4.49").

Temperature

Goromonzi's December average high-temperature settles at a still warm 27°C (80.6°F), showing a near match with the preceding month. In the month of December, Goromonzi witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 17.4°C (63.3°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F). If one sustains activity during exposure, it could lead to a sense of fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Goromonzi, during December, the rain falls for 21.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 114mm (4.49") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 124.6 rainfall days, and 538mm (21.18") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 13h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Goromonzi.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 18:33 CAT.

Sunshine

In Goromonzi, the average sunshine in December is 10.6h.

UV index

January, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.