December weather forecastDespatch, South Africa
December
Weather in December
The first month of the summer, December, is a warm month in Despatch, South Africa, with an average temperature varying between 24.3°C (75.7°F) and 17.2°C (63°F).Temperature
A minor adjustment in Despatch's average high-temperature is noted with the start of December, touching a warm 24.3°C (75.7°F) from November's 22.6°C (72.7°F). Despatch records an average nighttime low of 17.2°C (63°F) in December.Humidity
In Despatch, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.Rainfall
In Despatch, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127.2 rainfall days, and 279mm (10.98") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the longest days in Despatch is December, with an average of 14h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:00 and sunset at 19:14. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 19:32 SAST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Despatch is 9.7h.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Despatch. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in December leads to these recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Average temperature in December
Despatch, South Africa
- Average high temperature in December: 24.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (26.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (19.7°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 17.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (18.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.7°C).
Average pressure in December
Despatch, South Africa
- Average pressure in December: 1014.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.5mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Despatch, South Africa
- Average wind speed in December: 16.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (17.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (13.8km/h).
Average humidity in December
Despatch, South Africa
- Average humidity in December: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (61%).
Average rainfall in December
Despatch, South Africa
- Average rainfall in December: 23mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and October (30mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (16mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Despatch, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are October and December (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (7.8 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Despatch, South Africa
- Average daylight in December: 14h and 24min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 9h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Despatch, South Africa
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Despatch, South Africa
- Average UV index in December: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in December
Despatch, South Africa
- Average cloud cover in December: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 21).
Average visibility in December
Despatch, 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).
