December weather forecast
De Wildt, South Africa

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in De Wildt, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18.5°C (65.3°F) and an average high of 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

De Wildt's shift from November to December is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.7°C (85.5°F), a slight deviation from 29.5°C (85.1°F). An average low-temperature of 18.5°C (65.3°F) is noted during the nights in December.

Heat index

The heat index for December is calculated to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Persistently participating in activities during exposure may lead to fatigue and induce heat cramps.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in De Wildt is 57%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout December, 71mm (2.8") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 95.5 rainfall days, and 331mm (13.03") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 19:02 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 11.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is December?
December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 29.7°C (85.5°F) and a low-temperature of 18.5°C (65.3°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 32°C (89.6°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In December, the average relative humidity is 57%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In December, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout December, 71mm (2.8") of precipitation is accumulated.
When are the longest days?
December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 42min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does De Wildt have in December?
The average day length in December is 13h and 43min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 19:02 SAST.
How many hours of sunshine does De Wildt have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 11.3h.
When is the highest UV index?
January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in De Wildt.
What is the UV index intensity in December?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in December - De Wildt, South Africa
Average temperature in December
De Wildt, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (30.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (19.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (7.3°C).

Average pressure in December - De Wildt, South Africa
Average pressure in December
De Wildt, South Africa
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December - De Wildt, South Africa
Average wind speed in December
De Wildt, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in December: 10km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.3km/h).

Average humidity in December - De Wildt, South Africa
Average humidity in December
De Wildt, South Africa
  • Average humidity in December: 57%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (34%).

Average rainfall in December - De Wildt, South Africa
Average rainfall in December
De Wildt, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in December: 71mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (74mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December - De Wildt, South Africa
Average rainfall days in December
De Wildt, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in December: 17 days

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - De Wildt, South Africa
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
De Wildt, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December - De Wildt, South Africa
Average sunshine days in December
De Wildt, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.9 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, September, 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 - De Wildt, South Africa
Average cloud cover in December
De Wildt, 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).

Average visibility in December - De Wildt, South Africa
Average visibility in December
De Wildt, 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).

englishespañol中文
Share