December weather forecastMaputsoe, Lesotho
December
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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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).
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).
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).
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%).
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).
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).
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).
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).
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 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
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).
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).
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).
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).
