December weather forecast
Graaf-reinet, South Africa

December, the first month of the summer in Graaf-reinet, is a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30°C (86°F) and 13°C (55.4°F).

Temperature

The start of December brings a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 27°C (80.6°F) in November to a tropical 30°C (86°F). During December nights, Graaf-reinet documents a marked contrast from daily highs, with an average temperature of 13°C (55.4°F).

Rainfall

In Graaf-reinet, in December, during 6 rainfall days, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Graaf-reinet, South Africa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 63 days and collects up to 338mm (13.31") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 14h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 19:14. On the last day of December, in Graaf-reinet, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 19:31 SAST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 11h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Graaf-reinet, South Africa, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 12 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Employ every precaution of importance, unprotected skin and eyes could burn within moments. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Despite the cloud cover, sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 should be generously applied and reapplied, particularly after a swim or an outdoor workout.