December weather forecastPitseng, Lesotho
December
Weather in December
December marks the peak of summertime in Pitseng, closing the year with the highest recorded heat and rain parameters. The city experiences a hike in temperatures making it second only to the highs of January. As it steps into the final month of the year, the rainfall amount reaches the zenith at 71mm (2.8"), indicating a wet end to the year. Moreover, a visibility of 10 kilometers throughout the month provides clear skies and pleasing views despite the changing weather conditions. The increased daylight hours of 14 hours brighten the city, contributing to the festive year-end vibe.Temperature
Pitseng observes a minor difference in average high-temperatures between November's 24.2°C (75.6°F) and December's 25.5°C (77.9°F). An average nighttime temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F) is observed during December.Humidity
In Pitseng, 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 Pitseng, snow does not fall in January through May, September through December.Daylight
The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 14h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:00 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 19:09 SAST.
Sunshine
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. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in December leads to these guidelines:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Pitseng, 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
Pitseng, 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
Pitseng, 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
Pitseng, 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
Pitseng, 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
Pitseng, 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
Pitseng, 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
Pitseng, 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
Pitseng, 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
Pitseng, 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
Pitseng, 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
Pitseng, 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
Pitseng, 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).
