December weather forecastThabana Morena, Lesotho

December

Weather in December

Wrapping the year up in Thabana Morena, December witnesses the highest temperature rise, from 25.8°C (78.4°F) in November to 27.4°C (81.3°F). The rainfall increases again reaching 72mm (2.83"), marking it as the wettest month. Though daylight and sunshine hours shrink slightly, they remain long enough to promote outdoor activities. The wind speed decreases, preventing the weather from becoming too gusty.

Temperature

December experiences an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.4°C (81.3°F), barely different from November's 25.8°C (78.4°F). An average low-temperature of 15.4°C (59.7°F) is observed during the December nights.

Heat index

For December, the heat index is appraised at 28°C (82.4°F). Constant activity during exposure could result in a state of weariness and possibly heat cramps.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 46%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 14.5 days and typically aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Thabana Morena, snow does not fall in January through May, July through December.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Thabana Morena 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 18:57. On the last day of December, in Thabana Morena, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 19:14 SAST.

Sunshine

In Thabana Morena, the average sunshine in December is 11.6h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 27.4°C (81.3°F) and 15.4°C (59.7°F) respectively. In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 28°C (82.4°F).

In Thabana Morena, Lesotho, the average relative humidity in December is 46%.

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.5 days and accumulates 72mm (2.83") of precipitation.

In Thabana Morena, Lesotho, in December, during 14.5 rainfall days, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

January through May, July through December are months without snowfall in Thabana Morena, Lesotho.

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

In December, the average day length in Thabana Morena is 14h and 2min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 18:57. On the last day of the month, in Thabana Morena, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 19:14 SAST.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 11.6h.

The months with the highest UV index in Thabana Morena are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Thabana Morena, Lesotho, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Thabana Morena, Lesotho

  • Average high temperature in December: 27.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (14.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Thabana Morena, Lesotho

  • Average pressure in December: 1012.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1025.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Thabana Morena, Lesotho

  • Average wind speed in December: 12.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Thabana Morena, Lesotho

  • Average humidity in December: 46%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and April (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (33%).

Average rainfall in December
Thabana Morena, Lesotho

  • Average rainfall in December: 72mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (72mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (6mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Thabana Morena, Lesotho

  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Thabana Morena, Lesotho

  • Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is June (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Thabana Morena, Lesotho

  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Thabana Morena, 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 36min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Thabana Morena, Lesotho

  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Thabana Morena, 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
Thabana Morena, Lesotho

  • Average cloud cover in December: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in December
Thabana Morena, 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).