December weather forecastHighfield, Zimbabwe
December
Weather in December
The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Highfield, Zimbabwe, with an average temperature varying between 27°C (80.6°F) and 17.4°C (63.3°F).Temperature
The arrival of December brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 27°C (80.6°F), closely following the temperature pattern of November. Highfield experiences a nighttime temperature average of 17.4°C (63.3°F) during December.Heat index
In December, the heat index is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F). Exhaustion becomes probable with enduring exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Highfield is 71%.Rainfall
In Highfield, Zimbabwe, in December, during 21.9 rainfall days, 114mm (4.49") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Highfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.6 days and collects up to 538mm (21.18") of precipitation.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 05:11 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
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 risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Highfield, Zimbabwe
- Average high temperature in December: 27°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 17.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is December (17.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.3°C).
Average pressure in December
Highfield, Zimbabwe
- Average pressure in December: 1012.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Highfield, Zimbabwe
- Average wind speed in December: 8.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.7km/h).
Average humidity in December
Highfield, Zimbabwe
- Average humidity in December: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (39%).
Average rainfall in December
Highfield, Zimbabwe
- Average rainfall in December: 114mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (151mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (1mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Highfield, Zimbabwe
- Average rainfall days in December: 21.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (24.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (1.2 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Highfield, 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 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 10h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Highfield, Zimbabwe
- Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Highfield, Zimbabwe
- Average UV index in December: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in December
Highfield, Zimbabwe
- Average cloud cover in December: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in December
Highfield, Zimbabwe
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (8km).
