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Mpika weather in December (Zambia)

How does the weather in Mpika usually fare in December? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Mpika includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 27°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 18°C.

Precipitation

Mpika in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 281 mm for the month. Typically around 22 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 124 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Mpika. April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Mpika, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 74%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 281 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 124 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 34%  

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.

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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?

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