December weather forecast
Lupane, Zimbabwe

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

Temperature

The arrival of December sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), hardly diverging from November's 32.7°C (90.9°F). Lupane, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 20.6°C (69.1°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is computed to be a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant 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.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 64%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 19.8 days. Throughout December, 99mm (3.9") of precipitation is accumulated. In Lupane, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.1 days and collects up to 464mm (18.27") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:49 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 10.9h.

UV index

In Lupane, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.