December weather forecast
Liphakoeng, Lesotho

December

Weather in December

December brings the year to a close with a hot and humid climate in Liphakoeng. The peak daylight hours reach yearly maximum at 14, providing ample opportunities for outdoor excursions and activities. With an increase in temperature and an average rainfall of 73mm (2.87"), the weather carries a genuine summer essence. The abandoned wind speed adds to the city's distinct seasonal mood, making it the perfect time for windsurfing and other wind-based activities. With the holiday season and festive cheer blended with warm weather, December becomes an appealing time for visitors and inhabitants alike.

Temperature

Liphakoeng starts December with an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.5°C (77.9°F), a minor shift from November's 24.4°C (75.9°F). The December nights bear witness to a significant drop from the daytime highs, settling at an average temperature of 12.7°C (54.9°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Liphakoeng, Lesotho, is 61%.

Rainfall

In Liphakoeng, during December, the rain falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 73mm (2.87") of precipitation. In Liphakoeng, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.6 days and collects up to 432mm (17.01") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through July, September through December are months without snowfall.

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 05:00 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 19:08 SAST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 11.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in December translates into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Liphakoeng in December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Liphakoeng, is 25.5°C (77.9°F), while the low-temperature averages to 12.7°C (54.9°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In December, the average relative humidity is 61%.
How much does it rain in December?
In Liphakoeng, in December, it is raining for 18.1 days, with typically 73mm (2.87") of accumulated precipitation.
When it does not snow?
In Liphakoeng, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.
When are the longest days?
The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 54min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Liphakoeng have in December?
The average day length in December in Liphakoeng is 13h and 56min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:00 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 19:08 SAST.
How long on average sun shines in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 11.5h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
What is the UV index intensity in December?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Liphakoeng, Lesotho
Average temperature in December
Liphakoeng, Lesotho
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (25.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (15°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (13.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (2.5°C).

Average pressure in December - Liphakoeng, Lesotho
Average pressure in December
Liphakoeng, Lesotho
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1025.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1014.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Liphakoeng, Lesotho
Average wind speed in December
Liphakoeng, Lesotho
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (11.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.7km/h).

Average humidity in December - Liphakoeng, Lesotho
Average humidity in December
Liphakoeng, Lesotho
  • Average humidity in December: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (38%).

Average rainfall in December - Liphakoeng, Lesotho
Average rainfall in December
Liphakoeng, Lesotho
  • Average rainfall in December: 73mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (74mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Liphakoeng, Lesotho
Average rainfall days in December
Liphakoeng, Lesotho
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in December - Liphakoeng, Lesotho
Average snowfall in December
Liphakoeng, Lesotho
  • Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (10mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Liphakoeng, Lesotho
Average snowfall days in December
Liphakoeng, Lesotho
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Liphakoeng, Lesotho
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Liphakoeng, Lesotho
  • 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 3min

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

Average sunshine days in December - Liphakoeng, Lesotho
Average sunshine days in December
Liphakoeng, Lesotho
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December - Liphakoeng, Lesotho
Average UV index in December
Liphakoeng, Lesotho
  • Average UV index in December: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December - Liphakoeng, Lesotho
Average cloud cover in December
Liphakoeng, Lesotho
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 26).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in December - Liphakoeng, Lesotho
Average visibility in December
Liphakoeng, Lesotho
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (9km).

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