December weather forecast
Kasama, Zambia

December

Weather in December

December presents a sharp increase in rainfall, recording a significant 282mm (11.1"). This rise in precipitation coincides with increased cloud cover, reducing sunshine hours effectively. The weather conditions are reinforced by high humidity levels, making it the second most humid month of the year. Winds speed decrease further, culminating in calm atmospheric conditions. December solidifies the arrival of the wet season in Kasama, Zambia and provides a wet conclusion to the year.

Temperature

With the onset of December, Kasama's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from 29.5°C (85.1°F) in November to a still moderately hot 25.8°C (78.4°F). Kasama witnesses an average low-temperature of 16.7°C (62.1°F) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Kasama. Rain falls for 29.7 days and accumulates 282mm (11.1") 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 the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:19 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9.5h.

UV index

January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Kasama, is 25.8°C (78.4°F), while the low-temperature averages to 16.7°C (62.1°F). In November, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 32°C (89.6°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.
What is the rainiest month in Kasama?
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 29.7 days and accumulates 282mm (11.1") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Kasama, in December, it is raining for 29.7 days, with typically 282mm (11.1") of accumulated precipitation.
When are the longest days in Kasama?
The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 42min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Kasama have in December?
The average day length in December is 12h and 43min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, in Kasama, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:19 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Kasama have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 9.5h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in December?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Kasama, Zambia
Average temperature in December
Kasama, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (18.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10°C).

Average pressure in December - Kasama, Zambia
Average pressure in December
Kasama, Zambia
  • Average pressure in December: 1012mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Kasama, Zambia
Average wind speed in December
Kasama, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (10.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (5.6km/h).

Average humidity in December - Kasama, Zambia
Average humidity in December
Kasama, Zambia
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (40%).

Average rainfall in December - Kasama, Zambia
Average rainfall in December
Kasama, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in December: 282mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (282mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Kasama, Zambia
Average rainfall days in December
Kasama, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 29.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kasama, Zambia
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kasama, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December - Kasama, Zambia
Average sunshine days in December
Kasama, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are August, September, October and November (UV index 6).
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 - Kasama, Zambia
Average cloud cover in December
Kasama, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 6).

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

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

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