December Weather in Nkhotakota

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Nkhotakota, Malawi, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 26°C (79°F). Highs can soar to 30°C (87°F), while lows may dip to 22°C (72°F). Typically, the humidity level in Nkhotakota throughout December hovers around 87%.

22°C (72°F)

Minimum temperature

26°C (79°F)

Average temperature

30°C (87°F)

Maximum temperature

87%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Nkhotakota averages 379 mm (14.9 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 24 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 51 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 53 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 62% probability of sunny days during this period.

379 mm (14.9 inches)

Precipitation

24 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 53 minutes

Sunshine hours

62%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Nkhotakota reaches a maximum of 15, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 2 5 9 12 15 15 13 9 6 3 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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