December weather forecast
Mkushi, Zambia

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Weather in December

Concluding the climatological year, December in Mkushi epitomizes the notion of a tropical Christmas, with beautiful rain showers. The month is marked by a further surge in the average rainfall from 74mm (2.91") in November to a peak of 168mm (6.61") in December. This noticeable upswing in rainfall indicates that the city is undergoing peak monsoon conditions. Despite the prevalent rains, the warm temperature creates a cozy atmosphere. Overall, a feeling of felicity and warmth pervades throughout Mkushi in December.

Temperature

Mkushi in December experiences a gentle temperature dip, with average high-temperatures reducing from 29°C (84.2°F) in November to a still moderately hot 25.5°C (77.9°F). Throughout December, Mkushi experiences a low-temperature average of 17.2°C (63°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Mkushi is 82%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 25.9 days and accumulates 168mm (6.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 54min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:33 CAT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Mkushi, is 25.5°C (77.9°F) and the average low-temperature is 17.2°C (63°F). In November, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Mkushi?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 25.9 days and accumulates 168mm (6.61") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Mkushi, during December, the rain falls for 25.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 168mm (6.61") of precipitation.

When are the longest days?

The month with the longest days in Mkushi is December, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Mkushi have in December?

The average day length in December is 12h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:33 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mkushi have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 9.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through July 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 Mkushi, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Mkushi, Zambia

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (17.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.5°C).

Average pressure in December
Mkushi, Zambia

Average pressure in December - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Mkushi, Zambia

Average wind speed in December - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Mkushi, Zambia

Average humidity in December - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (37%).

Average rainfall in December
Mkushi, Zambia

Average rainfall in December - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in December: 168mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (168mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Mkushi, Zambia

Average rainfall days in December - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 25.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (26.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (0.8 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mkushi, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mkushi, Zambia

Average sunshine days in December - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (3.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Mkushi, Zambia

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Mkushi, Zambia

Average cloud cover in December - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in December
Mkushi, Zambia

Average visibility in December - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

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

Mkushi, Zambia

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