December weather forecastHarare, Zimbabwe

Weather in December

Harare concludes the year in December with a moderately high precipitation level reaching 114mm (4.49"), further increasing compared to November. As temperatures dip from November's heat, December presents a balanced profile of rainfall, humidity, and cloud cover. The end of Harare's year is distinguished by weather that rests between the city's wet and dry seasons. The weather this month exists in equilibrium, with none of the characteristics reaching their extreme highs or lows. The city says goodbye to the year with rainfall below its annual highs and temperatures that are pleasantly warm.

Temperature

December records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27°C (80.6°F), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. In Harare, in December, the average low-temperature is a comfortable 17.4°C (63.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during December is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F). Extended exposure and activity might lead to tiredness, potentially resulting in heat cramps.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 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. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Harare, in December, during 21.9 rainfall days, 114mm (4.49") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 124.6 rainfall days, and 538mm (21.18") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 18:34 CAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 10.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in December interprets into the following advice:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.