December weather forecast
Bultfontein, South Africa

englishespañol中文
Share

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is a tropical month in Bultfontein, South Africa, with an average temperature varying between 30.8°C (87.4°F) and 19.1°C (66.4°F).

Temperature

Bultfontein sees the highest average temperatures during the months of January and December, peaking at 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Heat index

December's mean heat index is appraised at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Persistently participating in activities during exposure may lead to fatigue and induce heat cramps.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 40%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.7 days and accumulates 46mm (1.81") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of December, in Bultfontein, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 19:15 SAST.

Sunshine

In Bultfontein, the average sunshine in December is 11.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during December translates into these guidelines:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Bultfontein?

January and December, when the average high-temperature reaches 30.8°C (87.4°F), are the warmest months.

How hot does it get in Bultfontein in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Bultfontein, is 30.8°C (87.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 19.1°C (66.4°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Bultfontein?

In December, the average relative humidity in Bultfontein, South Africa, is 40%.

What is the rainiest month in Bultfontein?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Bultfontein, South Africa. Rain falls for 12.7 days and accumulates 46mm (1.81") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Bultfontein?

In Bultfontein, during December, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 46mm (1.81") of precipitation.

When are the longest days in Bultfontein?

With an average of 13h and 54min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Bultfontein, South Africa.

What is the average length of the day in December in Bultfontein?

In December, the average day length in Bultfontein, South Africa, is 13h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Bultfontein?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, in Bultfontein, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 19:15 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bultfontein?

The average sunshine duration in December is 11.6h.

When is the highest UV index in Bultfontein?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Bultfontein?

In Bultfontein, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Bultfontein, South Africa

Average temperature in December - Bultfontein, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and December (30.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (17.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (19.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.5°C).

[Resources]

Average pressure in December
Bultfontein, South Africa

Average pressure in December - Bultfontein, South Africa
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.7mbar).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in December
Bultfontein, South Africa

Average wind speed in December - Bultfontein, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (14.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9.6km/h).

[Resources]

Average humidity in December
Bultfontein, South Africa

Average humidity in December - Bultfontein, South Africa
  • Average humidity in December: 40%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (50%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (29%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in December
Bultfontein, South Africa

Average rainfall in December - Bultfontein, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in December: 46mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1mm).

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in December
Bultfontein, South Africa

Average rainfall days in December - Bultfontein, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.9 days).

[Resources]

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bultfontein, South Africa

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bultfontein, South Africa
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in December
Bultfontein, South Africa

Average sunshine days in December - Bultfontein, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.3 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in December
Bultfontein, South Africa

Average UV index in December - Bultfontein, South Africa
  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in December
Bultfontein, South Africa

Average cloud cover in December - Bultfontein, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in December: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 19).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 6).

[Resources]

Average visibility in December
Bultfontein, South Africa

Average visibility in December - Bultfontein, South Africa
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

[Resources]

Bultfontein, South Africa

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location