December weather forecast
Herschel, South Africa

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Herschel, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.2°C (82.8°F) and an average low of 14.7°C (58.5°F).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Herschel's average high-temperature clocks in at a still warm 28.2°C (82.8°F), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. Herschel records a consistent low-temperature average of 14.7°C (58.5°F) during December, indicating a significant difference from the daytime heat.

Heat index

In December, the heat index is estimated at 28°C (82.4°F). If one sustains activity during exposure, it could lead to a sense of fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

In Herschel, the average relative humidity in December is 47%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Herschel is December, when the rain falls for 10 days and typically aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, August through December are months without snowfall in Herschel.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Herschel, South Africa, with an average of 14h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 19:17 SAST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January, October through December, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in December translates into this advice:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Herschel during December?
In December, in Herschel, the average high-temperature is 28.2°C (82.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 14.7°C (58.5°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 28°C (82.4°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Herschel?
In December, the average relative humidity is 47%.
What is the rainiest month in Herschel?
December is the month with the most rainfall in Herschel, South Africa. Rain falls for 10 days and accumulates 43mm (1.69") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Herschel in December?
In Herschel, South Africa, in December, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 43mm (1.69") of accumulated precipitation.
When it does not snow in Herschel?
January through May, August through December are months without snowfall in Herschel, South Africa.
When are the longest days in Herschel?
December has the longest days of the year in Herschel, South Africa, with an average of 14h and 6min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Herschel?
The average day length in December in Herschel, South Africa, is 14h and 5min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Herschel?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of the month, in Herschel, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 19:17 SAST.
What are the months with the most sunshine in Herschel?
The months with the most sunshine in Herschel, South Africa, are January, October through December, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Herschel have in December?
In Herschel, the average sunshine duration in December is 11.9h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Herschel?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Herschel, South Africa.
How high is the UV index in December in Herschel?
In Herschel, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Herschel, South Africa
Average temperature in December
Herschel, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (14.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (2.8°C).

Average pressure in December - Herschel, South Africa
Average pressure in December
Herschel, South Africa
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Herschel, South Africa
Average wind speed in December
Herschel, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (15.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.3km/h).

Average humidity in December - Herschel, South Africa
Average humidity in December
Herschel, South Africa
  • Average humidity in December: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).

Average rainfall in December - Herschel, South Africa
Average rainfall in December
Herschel, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in December: 43mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (7mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Herschel, South Africa
Average rainfall days in December
Herschel, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (10 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in December - Herschel, South Africa
Average snowfall in December
Herschel, South Africa
  • Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is June (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Herschel, South Africa
Average snowfall days in December
Herschel, South Africa
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Herschel, South Africa
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Herschel, South Africa
  • Average daylight in December: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are January, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December - Herschel, South Africa
Average sunshine days in December
Herschel, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (17.2 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December - Herschel, South Africa
Average cloud cover in December
Herschel, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in December: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 17).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in December - Herschel, South Africa
Average visibility in December
Herschel, 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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