December weather forecast
Bakerville, South Africa

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Bakerville, is still a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.5°C (83.3°F) and min 17.9°C (64.2°F).

Temperature

Bakerville's warmest temperatures are experienced in December, with average high temperatures of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and lows of 17.9°C (64.2°F).

Heat index

During December, the heat index is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F). Uninterrupted activity during exposure could lead to a sense of exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 16.5 days and typically aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 13h and 42min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Bakerville.
On the first day of December in Bakerville, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 19:10 SAST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 11.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest?
The warmest period is December, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and a low of 17.9°C (64.2°F).
How hot is December?
An average high-temperature, in December, in Bakerville, is 28.5°C (83.3°F) and the average low-temperature is 17.9°C (64.2°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In Bakerville, the average relative humidity in December is 51%.
What is the rainiest month?
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.5 days and accumulates 72mm (2.83") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in December?
In December, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout December, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is accumulated.
When are the longest days?
The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 42min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In Bakerville, the average day length in December is 13h and 44min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 19:10 SAST.
How many hours of sunshine does Bakerville have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 11.5h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index reading in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bakerville, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (28.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (17.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (17.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Bakerville, South Africa
  • Average pressure in December: 1012mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Bakerville, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (14.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Bakerville, South Africa
  • Average humidity in December: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (61%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (31%).

Average rainfall in December
Bakerville, South Africa
  • 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 (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Bakerville, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bakerville, South Africa
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bakerville, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Bakerville, South Africa
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Bakerville, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in December: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 22).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in December
Bakerville, South Africa
  • 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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