Temperatures in December
It's warm in December in Ruaha National Park with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 19°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Ruaha National Park in December. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Ruaha National Park with hot temperatures, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights close to 19°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature drops to around 30°C, with nights close to 19°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Ruaha National Park will be around 29°C, with nights close to 19°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
Precipitation in December
In December, there is an average of 190 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The average precipitation chance is 49% per day this month. Though it seems average, the weather’s variable. Some days have higher, others lower precipitation chances.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in December for Ruaha National Park. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Ruaha National Park in December |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
29°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
31°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
28°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
190 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
15 days | 10 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 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 Ruaha National Park?
After some sun? Then December isn’t the best time to be in Ruaha National Park. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Ruaha National Park in December
With 37°C, Ruaha National Park hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2021. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2022. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 13°C to a high of 25°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Ruaha National Park
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in Ruaha National Park, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Ruaha National Park
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Ruaha National Park, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown 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 rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect around 15 days of rain in Ruaha National Park.
Daily UV Index in December in Ruaha National Park
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Ruaha National Park, 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 Ruaha National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Ruaha National Park, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in Ruaha National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Ruaha National Park, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in December for Ruaha National Park
Click on a specific day in December for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Ruaha National Park. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Ruaha National Park by Month
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