December weather forecast
Mapoteng, Lesotho

December

Weather in December

December offers the true essence of summer in Mapoteng, with the thermometer readings peaking. Extended daylight hours are complemented by a high UV index, pointing to a rise in solar intensity. A further ascent in temperature is realized, ranging from 13.8°C (56.8°F) to a summery high of 25.5°C (77.9°F). Following the increasing trend, rainfall peaks during December, making it the wettest month of the year.

Temperature

The onset of December brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.5°C (77.9°F), nearly matching the November temperature. In Mapoteng, the nighttime temperature averages to a refreshing 13.8°C (56.8°F) during December.

Humidity

In Mapoteng, the average relative humidity in December is 51%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Mapoteng, Lesotho. Rain falls for 15.7 days and accumulates 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months without snowfall in Mapoteng.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Mapoteng, with an average of 14h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Mapoteng, Lesotho, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 19:10 SAST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 11.5h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, 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 the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in December leads to these guidelines:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Mapoteng?
Mapoteng in December has an average high-temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F) and an average low-temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Mapoteng?
The average relative humidity in December is 51%.
What is the wettest month in Mapoteng?
December is the month with the most rainfall in Mapoteng. Rain falls for 15.7 days and accumulates 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Mapoteng in December?
In Mapoteng, Lesotho, during December, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.
When it does not snow in Mapoteng?
In Mapoteng, Lesotho, snow does not fall in January through May, September through December.
When are the longest days in Mapoteng?
The month with the longest days in Mapoteng is December, with an average of 14h and 0min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Mapoteng?
In December, the average day length is 13h and 58min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Mapoteng?
On the first day of December in Mapoteng, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 19:10 SAST.
How many hours of sunshine does Mapoteng have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Mapoteng is 11.5h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Mapoteng?
The months with the highest UV index in Mapoteng are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
How high is the UV index in December in Mapoteng?
In Mapoteng, Lesotho, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average temperature in December
Mapoteng, 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 - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average pressure in December
Mapoteng, 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 - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average wind speed in December
Mapoteng, 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 - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average humidity in December
Mapoteng, 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 - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average rainfall in December
Mapoteng, 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 - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average rainfall days in December
Mapoteng, 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 - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average snowfall in December
Mapoteng, 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 - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average snowfall days in December
Mapoteng, 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 - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mapoteng, 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 3min

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 - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average sunshine days in December
Mapoteng, 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 - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average UV index in December
Mapoteng, 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 - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average cloud cover in December
Mapoteng, 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 - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average visibility in December
Mapoteng, 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).

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