December weather forecast
Maputsoe, Lesotho

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Weather in December

A warm December is typical in Maputsoe, Lesotho, boasting of an average high temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F). December witnesses peak rainfall levels for the year at approximately 71mm (2.8"), confirming the culmination of the rainy season. Along with increased precipitation, cloud cover also goes up, giving some balance to the high UV index. The month rounds off with slightly decreasing wind speed, making the weather conditions relatively calm. Despite being the closing month of the year, December imparts warmth and vitality with its tropical weather attributes.

Temperature

The start of December in Maputsoe marks an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.5°C (77.9°F), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in November. Throughout December, an average nighttime temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F) is experienced in Maputsoe, Lesotho.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

In Maputsoe, snow does not fall in January through May, September through December.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In Maputsoe, the average sunshine in December 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 Maputsoe. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in December translates into these instructions:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Maputsoe?

The high-temperature, in December, in Maputsoe, is 25.5°C (77.9°F), while the low-temperature averages to 13.8°C (56.8°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Maputsoe?

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

What is the rainiest month in Maputsoe?

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

How much does it rain in Maputsoe in December?

In Maputsoe, Lesotho, in December, during 15.7 rainfall days, 71mm (2.8") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Maputsoe?

In Maputsoe, snow does not fall in January through May, September through December.

When are the longest days in Maputsoe?

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

How many hours of daylight does Maputsoe have in December?

The average day length in December in Maputsoe is 13h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Maputsoe?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, in Maputsoe, Lesotho, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 19:10 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Maputsoe?

In Maputsoe, the average sunshine duration in December is 11.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Maputsoe?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Maputsoe?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average temperature in December - Maputsoe, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average pressure in December - Maputsoe, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average wind speed in December - Maputsoe, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average humidity in December - Maputsoe, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average rainfall in December - Maputsoe, 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).

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Average rainfall days in December
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average rainfall days in December - Maputsoe, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average snowfall in December - Maputsoe, 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).

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Average snowfall days in December
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average snowfall days in December - Maputsoe, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Maputsoe, 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average sunshine days in December - Maputsoe, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average UV index in December - Maputsoe, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average cloud cover in December - Maputsoe, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average visibility in December - Maputsoe, 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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