Mongu weather in December (Zambia)

Is Mongu a good destination in December, weather-wise? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

During December, Mongu usually has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 29°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 20°C. Keep in mind that temperatures can exceed these averages. Dress for the heat and stay hydrated, especially during peak sun hours.

Precipitation

Mongu in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 230 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 18 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 195 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm April, May, June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Mongu climate page with graphs.

 

Mongu, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 230 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 77%  

Windspeed 14 km/h  

Sunshine 195 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Zambia in December

Find out more about the weather in Zambia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Mongu.

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