ZimbabweAverage weather for Zimbabwe in December
It's hot in December in Zimbabwe with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 20°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Zimbabwe with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 19°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 30°C, with nights around 19°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Zimbabwe is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In December, there is an average of 221 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Zimbabwe in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
30°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
34°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
28°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
221 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
15 days | 17 days | |
November
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.
Is December a good time to visit Zimbabwe?
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.
Temperature records
With 38°C in 2014, Zimbabwe reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 10°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Check out the climate of Zimbabwe for all months and discover the best travel time
Daily Temperature in December in Zimbabwe
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Zimbabwe, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Zimbabwe
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Zimbabwe, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 15 days of precipitation in Zimbabwe.
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.
Temperature in December in Zimbabwe over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Zimbabwe, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Zimbabwe over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Zimbabwe, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
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.
Weather experiences in December in Zimbabwe
Have you been to Zimbabwe in December?
Share your weather experience in December in Zimbabwe.
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.
