December weather forecastMakhaleng, Lesotho
December
Weather in December
December marks the peak of the summer season in Makhaleng, Lesotho, with the highest temperatures and plentiful sunshine. A surge in rainfall up to 71mm (2.8") showcases the region's typical summer weather pattern. While day lengths are at their longest, locals and visitors alike get to enjoy more day-light hours. Despite it being the wettest month, it doesn't diminish the high levels of sunshine that December sees. Altogether, December presents a time of holidays and celebrations, underlined by warm and sunny climatic conditions.Temperature
December's average high-temperature is a still moderately hot 25.5°C (77.9°F), maintaining a close comparison with November's 24.2°C (75.6°F). Makhaleng reports an average low-temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F) during the nights of December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Makhaleng is 51%.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall in Makhaleng. Rain falls for 15.7 days and accumulates 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Makhaleng, snow does not fall in January through May, September through December.Daylight
The month with the longest days in Makhaleng is December, with an average of 14h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of December in Makhaleng, sunrise is at 05:00 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 19:11 SAST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Makhaleng is 11.5h.UV index
January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Makhaleng. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in December leads to these recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Makhaleng, Lesotho
- Average high temperature in December: 25.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (26.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (13.6°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 13.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (2.1°C).
Average pressure in December
Makhaleng, Lesotho
- Average pressure in December: 1013.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1025.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1013.5mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Makhaleng, Lesotho
- Average wind speed in December: 10.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7km/h).
Average humidity in December
Makhaleng, Lesotho
- Average humidity in December: 51%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).
Average rainfall in December
Makhaleng, Lesotho
- Average rainfall in December: 71mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (71mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (7mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Makhaleng, Lesotho
- Average rainfall days in December: 15.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Makhaleng, Lesotho
- Average snowfall in December: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is July (7mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Makhaleng, Lesotho
- Average snowfall days in December: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Makhaleng, 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 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 11h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Makhaleng, Lesotho
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11 days).
Average UV index in December
Makhaleng, 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
Makhaleng, Lesotho
- Average cloud cover in December: 19
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 20).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in December
Makhaleng, 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).
