December weather forecast
Msonedi, Zimbabwe

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Msonedi, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.4°C (83.1°F) and 18.5°C (65.3°F).

Temperature

December's advent notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a moderately hot 28.4°C (83.1°F) from November. The average low-temperature of 18.5°C (65.3°F) is witnessed during December.

Heat index

December's heat index is computed to be a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Continuous exposure and activity could induce a sense of tiredness and subsequently, heat cramps.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 70%.

Rainfall

In December, in Msonedi, Zimbabwe, the rain falls for 24.3 days. Throughout December, 127mm (5") of precipitation is accumulated. In Msonedi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.7 days and collects up to 636mm (25.04") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 18:33 CAT.

Sunshine

In Msonedi, the average sunshine in December is 10.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in December translates into this advice:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during December?
In Msonedi, 28.4°C (83.1°F) is the average high-temperature and 18.5°C (65.3°F) is the average low-temperature during December. In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December is 70%.
How much does it rain in December?
In Msonedi, during December, the rain falls for 24.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 127mm (5") of precipitation.
When are the longest days?
With an average of 13h and 6min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
How many hours of daylight does Msonedi have in December?
In December, the average day length is 13h and 8min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 18:33 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Msonedi have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 10.7h.
What is the UV index reading in December?
In Msonedi, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Msonedi, Zimbabwe
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Msonedi, Zimbabwe
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Msonedi, Zimbabwe
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (6.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Msonedi, Zimbabwe
  • Average humidity in December: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (33%).

Average rainfall in December
Msonedi, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall in December: 127mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (190mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Msonedi, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall days in December: 24.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Msonedi, Zimbabwe
  • Average sunshine days in December: 5.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2 days).

Average UV index in December
Msonedi, Zimbabwe
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and June (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Msonedi, Zimbabwe
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in December
Msonedi, Zimbabwe
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (8km).

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