December weather forecast
Chingola, Zambia

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Weather in December

December represents the height of the rainy season in Chingola, with rainfall escalating to 247mm (9.72"). The month is punctuated by a significant increase in cloud cover, reducing sunshine hours and lowering visibility. Despite the heavy rains, temperatures remain consistent and comfortably warm throughout the day. The significant amount of rain leads to high humidity levels, which are typical for this time of year. Wind speeds continue to decrease, ending the year on a calm note.

Temperature

The arrival of December correlates with a minor temperature reduction, down from November's warm 29.5°C (85.1°F) to a still moderately hot 25.5°C (77.9°F). The average temperature during December nights in Chingola is registered at a comfortable 17.4°C (63.3°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 29.8 days and accumulates 247mm (9.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:37 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Chingola is 9h.

UV index

January through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during December leads to these advisories:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F) and a low-temperature of 17.4°C (63.3°F). In November, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 29.8 days and accumulates 247mm (9.72") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 29.8 days. Throughout December, 247mm (9.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

When are the longest days?

With an average of 12h and 54min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Chingola have in December?

In Chingola, the average day length in December is 12h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:37 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Chingola, Zambia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Chingola, Zambia

Average temperature in December - Chingola, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (24.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (19°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (10.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Chingola, Zambia

Average pressure in December - Chingola, Zambia
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.9mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Chingola, Zambia

Average wind speed in December - Chingola, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6.5km/h).

Average humidity in December
Chingola, Zambia

Average humidity in December - Chingola, Zambia
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (30%).

Average rainfall in December
Chingola, Zambia

Average rainfall in December - Chingola, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in December: 247mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (247mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Chingola, Zambia

Average rainfall days in December - Chingola, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 29.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Chingola, Zambia

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chingola, Zambia
  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Chingola, Zambia

Average sunshine days in December - Chingola, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and December (0.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Chingola, Zambia

Average UV index in December - Chingola, Zambia
  • Average UV index in December: 5

The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Chingola, Zambia

Average cloud cover in December - Chingola, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in December
Chingola, Zambia

Average visibility in December - Chingola, Zambia
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (6km).

Chingola, Zambia

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