Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average sea temperature in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
In December, Swakopmund experiences a minor shift in meteorological conditions with average high-temperatures marked at a still agreeable 21.2°C (70.2°F), closely mirroring the climate in November. During December, the nighttime temperatures align closely with the daytime averages, measuring an enjoyable 17°C (62.6°F).Humidity
In Swakopmund, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.Rainfall
In Swakopmund, during December, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of precipitation. In Swakopmund, during the entire year, the rain falls for 24.7 days and collects up to 42mm (1.65") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In December, the average sea temperature in Swakopmund, Namibia, is 16.7°C (62.1°F).Note: In water with a temperature of 16.7°C (62.1°F), most people do not enjoy swimming. As the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing becomes increasingly difficult to control.
Daylight
December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 19:33. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 19:49 CAT.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are August through December, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Swakopmund are May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in December translates into this advice:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Swakopmund in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Swakopmund?
How many days does it rain in December in Swakopmund?
What is the sea temperature in December in Swakopmund?
When are the longest days in Swakopmund?
What is the average length of the day in December in Swakopmund?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Swakopmund?
What are the months with the most sunshine in Swakopmund?
How long on average sun shines in December in Swakopmund?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Swakopmund?
How high is the UV index in December in Swakopmund?
Average temperature in December
Swakopmund, Namibia
- Average high temperature in December: 21.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (23.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are September and October (20°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 17°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (19.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are August and September (14°C).
Average pressure in December
Swakopmund, Namibia
- Average pressure in December: 1012.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.2mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Swakopmund, Namibia
- Average wind speed in December: 16.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (17.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (14.3km/h).
Average humidity in December
Swakopmund, Namibia
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (54%).
Average rainfall in December
Swakopmund, Namibia
- Average rainfall in December: 5mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and March (10mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Swakopmund, Namibia
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (5.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.2 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Swakopmund, Namibia
- Average sea temperature in December: 16.7°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (19.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (13.6°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Swakopmund, Namibia
- Average daylight in December: 13h and 3min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in December: 9h and 5min
The months with the most sunshine are August, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Swakopmund, Namibia
- Average sunshine days in December: 27.7 days
The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (22.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Swakopmund, Namibia
- Average UV index in December: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and April (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in December
Swakopmund, Namibia
- Average cloud cover in December: 12
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 17).
The months with the least cloud cover are May, June and July (Cloud cover 3).
Average visibility in December
Swakopmund, Namibia
- 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).
Swakopmund, Namibia
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