December weather forecast
Kawambwa, Zambia

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Weather in December

Rounding up the year, December emerges with its share of variations in Kawambwa's weather. The rainfall further escalates to its second-highest value of 381mm (15") for the year, and temperatures cool down to offer a comfortable range. The following month, January, poses a mirror-like image of December's weather with similar temperature, cloud cover, and humidity. December typically fields slightly cooler temperatures with a low average of 17.3°C (63.1°F), making it one of the coolest months in Kawambwa. As the year ends, the city embellishes itself under the cloudy skies, high rainfall, and chilly breeze, making it a refreshing close to the varied weather of the remarkable year.

Temperature

Kawambwa experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 24.9°C (76.8°F) in December, marking an insignificant shift from 27.5°C (81.5°F) in November. In December, Kawambwa records an average nighttime temperature of 17.3°C (63.1°F).

Humidity

In Kawambwa, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 30.7 days and accumulates 381mm (15") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:27 CAT.

Sunshine

In Kawambwa, the average sunshine in December is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through June, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Kawambwa, is 24.9°C (76.8°F), while the average low-temperature is 17.3°C (63.1°F). In November, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Kawambwa, Zambia, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 30.7 days and accumulates 381mm (15") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Kawambwa in December?

In December, the rain falls for 30.7 days. Throughout December, 381mm (15") of precipitation is accumulated.

When are the longest days?

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Kawambwa, the average day length in December is 12h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Kawambwa?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:27 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kawambwa have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 8.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average temperature in December - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (33°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (19.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (13.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average pressure in December - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.9mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1017.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average wind speed in December - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (10.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (5km/h).

Average humidity in December
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average humidity in December - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (34%).

Average rainfall in December
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average rainfall in December - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in December: 381mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (381mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average rainfall days in December - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 30.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (30.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.6 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average sunshine days in December - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (0.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Kawambwa, Zambia

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average cloud cover in December - Kawambwa, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in December
Kawambwa, Zambia

Average visibility in December - Kawambwa, 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, February, March, April and December (7km).

Kawambwa, Zambia

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