Shimwansa weather in December (Zambia)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Shimwansa during December? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In December, Shimwansa typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 28°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 19°C.

Precipitation

Shimwansa in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 265 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 17 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With about 185 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Shimwansa. April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Shimwansa, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 265 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Windspeed 7 km/h *  

Sunshine 185 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Lusaka, Zambia (20 KM, 12 Miles).

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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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

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