December weather forecast
Hartbeesfontein, South Africa

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Hartbeesfontein, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 18°C (64.4°F) and 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Temperature

Hartbeesfontein witnesses its highest temperatures in January and December, reaching an average of 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Heat index

December's mean heat index is computed to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). Continuing activity during long-lasting exposure might induce tiredness and result in heat cramps.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 48%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 16.7 days and typically aggregates up to 73mm (2.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Hartbeesfontein, with an average of 13h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 19:11 SAST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 11.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, 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 the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months in Hartbeesfontein?
Hartbeesfontein experiences the peak of its temperatures in January and December, when the average high-temperatures rise to 29.5°C (85.1°F).
Is it hot in Hartbeesfontein during December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Hartbeesfontein, records 29.5°C (85.1°F), while the low-temperature is 18°C (64.4°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Hartbeesfontein?
The average relative humidity in December in Hartbeesfontein, South Africa, is 48%.
What is the wettest month in Hartbeesfontein?
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.7 days and accumulates 73mm (2.87") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Hartbeesfontein in December?
In December, in Hartbeesfontein, the rain falls for 16.7 days. Throughout December, 73mm (2.87") of precipitation is accumulated.
When are the longest days in Hartbeesfontein?
With an average of 13h and 48min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
What is the average length of the day in December in Hartbeesfontein?
In Hartbeesfontein, South Africa, the average day length in December is 13h and 47min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hartbeesfontein?
On the first day of December in Hartbeesfontein, South Africa, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 19:11 SAST.
How long on average sun shines in December in Hartbeesfontein?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Hartbeesfontein is 11.6h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Hartbeesfontein?
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Hartbeesfontein.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Hartbeesfontein?
In Hartbeesfontein, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hartbeesfontein, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and December (29.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (18.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (18°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Hartbeesfontein, South Africa
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Hartbeesfontein, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Hartbeesfontein, South Africa
  • Average humidity in December: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (58%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (29%).

Average rainfall in December
Hartbeesfontein, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in December: 73mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (73mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Hartbeesfontein, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (1 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hartbeesfontein, South Africa
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are October and November (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hartbeesfontein, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Hartbeesfontein, 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).

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 21).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in December
Hartbeesfontein, 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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