December weather forecastKhitsane, Lesotho

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Khitsane, is still a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 15.4°C (59.7°F) and an average high of 27.4°C (81.3°F).

Temperature

The shift into December finds Khitsane at an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.4°C (81.3°F), closely comparable to November's conditions. Khitsane throughout December, records an average low-temperature of 15.4°C (59.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index for December is evaluated at 28°C (82.4°F). If exposure and ongoing activity persist, they might induce a state of tiredness and heat cramps.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.

Humidity

In Khitsane, the average relative humidity in December is 46%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 14.5 days and typically aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Khitsane, snow does not fall in January through May, July through December.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 14h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Khitsane, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 18:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 19:15 SAST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Khitsane, Lesotho, is 11.6h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Khitsane, Lesotho. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Khitsane, Lesotho, are 27.4°C (81.3°F) and 15.4°C (59.7°F) respectively. In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 28°C (82.4°F).

In Khitsane, the average relative humidity in December is 46%.

The month with the most rainfall in Khitsane is December, when the rain falls for 14.5 days and typically aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation.

In Khitsane, Lesotho, during December, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation.

In Khitsane, snow does not fall in January through May, July through December.

The month with the longest days in Khitsane, Lesotho, is December, with an average of 14h and 0min of daylight.

In Khitsane, Lesotho, the average day length in December is 14h and 3min.

On the first day of December in Khitsane, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 18:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 19:15 SAST.

The average sunshine duration in December in Khitsane, Lesotho, is 11.6h.

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

In Khitsane, Lesotho, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Khitsane, Lesotho

  • Average high temperature in December: 27.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (14.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Khitsane, Lesotho

  • Average pressure in December: 1012.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1025.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Khitsane, Lesotho

  • Average wind speed in December: 12.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Khitsane, Lesotho

  • Average humidity in December: 46%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and April (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (33%).

Average rainfall in December
Khitsane, Lesotho

  • Average rainfall in December: 72mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (72mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (6mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Khitsane, Lesotho

  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Khitsane, Lesotho

  • Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is June (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Khitsane, Lesotho

  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Khitsane, Lesotho

  • Average daylight in December: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Khitsane, Lesotho

  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Khitsane, Lesotho

  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Khitsane, Lesotho

  • Average cloud cover in December: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in December
Khitsane, Lesotho

  • 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).