December weather forecast
Solwezi, Zambia

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Weather in December

December in Solwezi is characterized by increased rainfall of 257mm (10.12"), the highest for the year. There is a slight dip in temperature, but the weather generally remains mild. With the augmented rainfall, cloud coverage tends to increase, moderating both sunshine hours and UV index. The atmospheric pressure stays relatively low, and wind speeds decline compared to the previous months. As such, December rings in Solwezi’s wet season on a prominent high note.

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions change slightly, with the average high-temperature moving from 28.5°C (83.3°F) in November to a still warm 25.3°C (77.5°F). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 16.3°C (61.3°F) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 30.6 days and accumulates 257mm (10.12") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 48min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:42 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 8.7h.

UV index

January through July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In Solwezi, 25.3°C (77.5°F) is the average high-temperature and 16.3°C (61.3°F) is the average low-temperature during December. In November, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 30.6 days and typically aggregates up to 257mm (10.12") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Solwezi, Zambia, in December, during 30.6 rainfall days, 257mm (10.12") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When are the longest days?

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 12h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:42 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Solwezi have in December?

In Solwezi, the average sunshine duration in December is 8.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Solwezi, Zambia

Average temperature in December - Solwezi, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (18.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (9.9°C).

Average pressure in December
Solwezi, Zambia

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Solwezi, Zambia

Average wind speed in December - Solwezi, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in December: 6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (10.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and December (6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Solwezi, Zambia

Average humidity in December - Solwezi, Zambia
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

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
Solwezi, Zambia

Average rainfall in December - Solwezi, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in December: 257mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (257mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Solwezi, Zambia

Average rainfall days in December - Solwezi, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 30.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (30.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Solwezi, Zambia

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

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Solwezi, Zambia

Average UV index in December - Solwezi, 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, July, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Solwezi, Zambia

Average cloud cover in December - Solwezi, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in December
Solwezi, Zambia

Average visibility in December - Solwezi, 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 and March (6km).

Solwezi, Zambia

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