December weather forecast
Brits, South Africa

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Brits, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.4°C (83.1°F) and 17.5°C (63.5°F).

Temperature

Brits experiences an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.4°C (83.1°F) in December, marking an insignificant shift from 28°C (82.4°F) in November. Nighttime temperatures in December average to a comfortable 17.5°C (63.5°F) in Brits.

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). Long-standing exposure coupled with ongoing activity could result in exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 60%.

Rainfall

In Brits, during December, the rain falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 65mm (2.56") of precipitation. In Brits, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.2 days and collects up to 344mm (13.54") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 19:03 SAST.

Sunshine

In Brits, the average sunshine in December is 11.4h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Brits. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Brits in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Brits, is 28.4°C (83.1°F), while the low-temperature averages to 17.5°C (63.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in December is computed to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Brits?

The average relative humidity in December in Brits, South Africa, is 60%.

How much does it rain in Brits in December?

In Brits, South Africa, during December, the rain falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 65mm (2.56") of precipitation.

When are the longest days in Brits?

December has the longest days of the year in Brits, with an average of 13h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Brits have in December?

The average day length in December is 13h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Brits?

On the first day of December in Brits, South Africa, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 19:03 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Brits?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 11.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Brits?

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in December in Brits?

In Brits, South Africa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Brits, South Africa

Average temperature in December - Brits, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.7°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (19.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (17.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Brits, South Africa

Average pressure in December - Brits, South Africa
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Brits, South Africa

Average wind speed in December - Brits, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.2km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Brits, South Africa

Average humidity in December - Brits, South Africa
  • Average humidity in December: 60%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (34%).

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Average rainfall in December
Brits, South Africa

Average rainfall in December - Brits, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in December: 65mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (82mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Brits, South Africa

Average rainfall days in December - Brits, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.8 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Brits, South Africa

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Brits, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Brits, South Africa

Average sunshine days in December - Brits, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Brits, South Africa

Average UV index in December - Brits, South Africa
  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Brits, South Africa

Average cloud cover in December - Brits, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in December
Brits, South Africa

Average visibility in December - Brits, South Africa
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).

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