December weather forecast
Matsieng, Lesotho

December

Weather in December

December holds the characteristic warmth of the summer season and the highest rainfall of the year at 71mm (2.8"). Matsieng welcomes the holiday season with sunny days and extended hours of daylight, maintaining the city's appeal for outdoor activities. Despite the increased precipitation, the pressure, visibility, and cloud cover remain stable. The weather in Matsieng during December is a harmonious combination of warmth, humidity, and rainfall.

Temperature

The onset of December in Matsieng brings with it an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.5°C (77.9°F), showing a negligible variation from the month before. During the nights in December, Matsieng experiences a consistent average temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 15.7 days and typically aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

With an average of 14h and 0min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Matsieng.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 18:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 19:13 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Matsieng, Lesotho, is 11.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Matsieng?
December temperatures in Matsieng vary between a high-temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F) and a low-temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Matsieng?
In December, the average relative humidity is 51%.
What is the wettest month in Matsieng?
The month with the most rainfall in Matsieng, Lesotho, is December, when the rain falls for 15.7 days and typically aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Matsieng in December?
In December, in Matsieng, Lesotho, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout December, 71mm (2.8") of precipitation is accumulated.
When it does not snow in Matsieng?
In Matsieng, Lesotho, snow does not fall in January through May, September through December.
When are the longest days in Matsieng?
The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 14h and 0min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Matsieng?
In Matsieng, Lesotho, the average day length in December is 14h and 1min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Matsieng?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 18:56. On the last day of the month, in Matsieng, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 19:13 SAST.
How long on average sun shines in December in Matsieng?
The average sunshine duration in December is 11.5h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Matsieng?
January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Matsieng.
What is the UV index reading in December in Matsieng?
In Matsieng, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Matsieng, Lesotho
Average temperature in December
Matsieng, 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 - Matsieng, Lesotho
Average pressure in December
Matsieng, 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 - Matsieng, Lesotho
Average wind speed in December
Matsieng, 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 - Matsieng, Lesotho
Average humidity in December
Matsieng, 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 - Matsieng, Lesotho
Average rainfall in December
Matsieng, 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 - Matsieng, Lesotho
Average rainfall days in December
Matsieng, 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 - Matsieng, Lesotho
Average snowfall in December
Matsieng, 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 - Matsieng, Lesotho
Average snowfall days in December
Matsieng, 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 - Matsieng, Lesotho
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Matsieng, 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 - Matsieng, Lesotho
Average sunshine days in December
Matsieng, 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 - Matsieng, Lesotho
Average UV index in December
Matsieng, 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 - Matsieng, Lesotho
Average cloud cover in December
Matsieng, 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 - Matsieng, Lesotho
Average visibility in December
Matsieng, 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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