The weather in December in Zimbabwe
It's hot in December in Zimbabwe with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 21°C.
Looking for sun? December isn’t a good month to be in Zimbabwe. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Zimbabwe. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 39°C in 2023, Zimbabwe reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 141 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in December for Zimbabwe
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Zimbabwe. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Zimbabwe | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 35°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 19°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 141 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 18 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Zimbabwe with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 21°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 32°C, with nights around 21°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Zimbabwe is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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The climate in Zimbabwe is based on weather data from Victoria Falls. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Zimbabwe to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Zimbabwe. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Zimbabwe
Temperature in December in Zimbabwe over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Zimbabwe. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in Zimbabwe
Total precipitation in December in Zimbabwe over the years
Daily UV index in December in Zimbabwe
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Zimbabwe, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Zimbabwe by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Zimbabwe. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.