December weather forecastLephepe, Botswana
December
Weather in December
The first month of the summer, December, is also a hot month in Lephepe, Botswana, with an average temperature varying between 21.1°C (70°F) and 31.5°C (88.7°F).Temperature
As November transitions into December, Lephepe records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.5°C (88.7°F), consistent with the preceding month. During December, Lephepe experiences an average low-temperature of 21.1°C (70°F) at night.Heat index
The average heat index in December is calculated to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Humidity
In Lephepe, Botswana, the average relative humidity in December is 51%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 15.6 days and typically aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of precipitation.Daylight
With an average of 13h and 30min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 19:06 CAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 11.3h.UV index
January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Lephepe, Botswana
- Average high temperature in December: 31.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.1°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 21.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is December (21.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.2°C).
Average pressure in December
Lephepe, Botswana
- Average pressure in December: 1011.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.2mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Lephepe, Botswana
- Average wind speed in December: 11km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (13km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.4km/h).
Average humidity in December
Lephepe, Botswana
- Average humidity in December: 51%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (31%).
Average rainfall in December
Lephepe, Botswana
- Average rainfall in December: 68mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (68mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Lephepe, Botswana
- Average rainfall days in December: 15.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lephepe, Botswana
- Average daylight in December: 13h and 30min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 11h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Lephepe, Botswana
- Average sunshine days in December: 10.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Lephepe, Botswana
- Average UV index in December: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in December
Lephepe, Botswana
- Average cloud cover in December: 23
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 4).
Average visibility in December
Lephepe, Botswana
- 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).
