December weather forecastWillowvale, Zimbabwe

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Willowvale, is still a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 27°C (80.6°F) and min 17.4°C (63.3°F).

Temperature

The transition into December is marked with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27°C (80.6°F), showing an insignificant shift from November's 28.9°C (84°F). Willowvale reports a consistent average low-temperature of 17.4°C (63.3°F) throughout December nights.

Heat index

The heat index in December is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F). If one sustains activity during exposure, it could lead to a sense of fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. 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 'apparent temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Willowvale, during December, the rain falls for 21.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 114mm (4.49") of precipitation. In Willowvale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.6 days and collects up to 538mm (21.18") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 13h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during December is 27°C (80.6°F) and the low-temperature is 17.4°C (63.3°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F).

In December, the average relative humidity is 71%.

In December, the rain falls for 21.9 days. Throughout December, 114mm (4.49") of precipitation is accumulated.

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 12min of daylight.

The average day length in December in Willowvale is 13h and 11min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 18:34 CAT.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 10.6h.

The months with the highest UV index are January, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average UV index
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Average temperature in December
Willowvale, 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
Willowvale, 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
Willowvale, 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
Willowvale, 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
Willowvale, 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
Willowvale, 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
Willowvale, 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
Willowvale, 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
Willowvale, 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
Willowvale, 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
Willowvale, 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).