December weather forecast
Gwelutshena, Zimbabwe

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a warm month in Gwelutshena, Zimbabwe, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.3°C (68.5°F) and an average high of 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

Gwelutshena notes an average high-temperature of a warm 29.7°C (85.5°F) in December, displaying minor variation from November. The temperature dips to an average of 20.3°C (68.5°F) during December nights.

Heat index

For December, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gwelutshena, in December, it is raining for 23.5 days, with typically 131mm (5.16") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gwelutshena, Zimbabwe, there are 135.1 rainfall days, and 664mm (26.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 13h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:45 CAT.

Sunshine

In Gwelutshena, the average sunshine in December is 10.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is December?
The high-temperature during December is 29.7°C (85.5°F) and the low-temperature is 20.3°C (68.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in December is calculated to be 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December in Gwelutshena is 64%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Gwelutshena, in December, it is raining for 23.5 days, with typically 131mm (5.16") of accumulated precipitation.
When are the longest days?
The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 12min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Gwelutshena have in December?
The average day length in December is 13h and 14min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:45 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 10.9h.
What is the UV index reading in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gwelutshena, Zimbabwe
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (23.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (20.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Gwelutshena, Zimbabwe
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Gwelutshena, Zimbabwe
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Gwelutshena, Zimbabwe
  • Average humidity in December: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (30%).

Average rainfall in December
Gwelutshena, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall in December: 131mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (181mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Gwelutshena, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall days in December: 23.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (25.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.5 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gwelutshena, Zimbabwe
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 1min

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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gwelutshena, Zimbabwe
  • Average sunshine days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (3.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Gwelutshena, 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
Gwelutshena, Zimbabwe
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in December
Gwelutshena, 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).

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