December weather forecast
Laudium, South Africa

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Laudium, is still a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.4°C (83.1°F) and 17.5°C (63.5°F).

Temperature

Laudium, South Africa, experiences a recorded average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.4°C (83.1°F) in December, closely aligned with November's 28°C (82.4°F). Laudium experiences an average low-temperature reading of 17.5°C (63.5°F) throughout December.

Heat index

The heat index in December is estimated at a tropical 30°C (86°F). Staying active during long-term exposure might result in a state of exhaustion and cause heat cramps.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Laudium is 60%.

Rainfall

In Laudium, South Africa, during December, the rain falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 65mm (2.56") of precipitation. In Laudium, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.2 days and collects up to 344mm (13.54") of precipitation.

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 05:07 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of December, in Laudium, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 19:02 SAST.

Sunshine

In Laudium, the average sunshine in December is 11.4h.

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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during December leads to these advisories:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Laudium during December?
The average high-temperature, in December, in Laudium, is 28.4°C (83.1°F), while the average low-temperature is 17.5°C (63.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in December is estimated at 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Laudium?
The average relative humidity in December in Laudium, South Africa, is 60%.
How much does it rain in Laudium in December?
In Laudium, South Africa, in December, it is raining for 18.1 days, with typically 65mm (2.56") of accumulated precipitation.
When are the longest days in Laudium?
December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 42min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Laudium have in December?
In December, the average day length in Laudium, South Africa, is 13h and 43min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Laudium?
On the first day of December in Laudium, South Africa, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 19:02 SAST.
How many hours of sunshine does Laudium have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Laudium, South Africa, is 11.4h.
When is the highest UV index in Laudium?
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in December in Laudium?
In Laudium, South Africa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Laudium, South Africa
Average temperature in December
Laudium, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.7°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (19.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (17.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.8°C).

Average pressure in December - Laudium, South Africa
Average pressure in December
Laudium, South Africa
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Laudium, South Africa
Average wind speed in December
Laudium, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.2km/h).

Average humidity in December - Laudium, South Africa
Average humidity in December
Laudium, South Africa
  • Average humidity in December: 60%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (34%).

Average rainfall in December - Laudium, South Africa
Average rainfall in December
Laudium, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in December: 65mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (82mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Laudium, South Africa
Average rainfall days in December
Laudium, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.8 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Laudium, South Africa
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Laudium, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December - Laudium, South Africa
Average sunshine days in December
Laudium, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December - Laudium, South Africa
Average UV index in December
Laudium, 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 - Laudium, South Africa
Average cloud cover in December
Laudium, 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 - Laudium, South Africa
Average visibility in December
Laudium, South Africa
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).

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