December weather forecastRusape, Zimbabwe
December
Weather in December
December in Rusape observes a further increase in showers with 151mm (5.94") of rainfall recorded. The temperatures hover in a comfortable range, providing relief from the preceding hot months. Sunlight hours contract as cloud coverage increases, painting overcast days. While the wet season is in full swing, Rusape witnesses a fall in wind speed compared to November. Increased atmospheric pressure further stalls the winds, leading to calm and quiet evenings.Temperature
At the onset of December, Rusape records an average high-temperature of a still warm 26.2°C (79.2°F), showing little deviation from the preceding month. Rusape's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 17.1°C (62.8°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 73%.Rainfall
In Rusape, in December, it is raining for 22.5 days, with typically 151mm (5.94") of accumulated precipitation. In Rusape, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.8 days and collects up to 732mm (28.82") 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 the month, sunrise is at 05:05 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 18:31 CAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 10.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Rusape, Zimbabwe
- Average high temperature in December: 26.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (28.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (19.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 17.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is December (17.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (7.8°C).
Average pressure in December
Rusape, Zimbabwe
- Average pressure in December: 1013mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Rusape, Zimbabwe
- Average wind speed in December: 7.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.2km/h).
Average humidity in December
Rusape, Zimbabwe
- Average humidity in December: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).
Average rainfall in December
Rusape, Zimbabwe
- Average rainfall in December: 151mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (180mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Rusape, Zimbabwe
- Average rainfall days in December: 22.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rusape, 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 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 10h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Rusape, Zimbabwe
- Average sunshine days in December: 6.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (3.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Rusape, Zimbabwe
- Average UV index in December: 6
The months with the highest UV index are October, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in December
Rusape, Zimbabwe
- Average cloud cover in December: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in December
Rusape, Zimbabwe
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (7km).
