December weather forecast
Magaliesburg, South Africa

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Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a warm month in Magaliesburg, South Africa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.3°C (81.1°F) and 16.6°C (61.9°F).

Temperature

In Magaliesburg, the warmest months are January and December, registering an average high-temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for December is evaluated at 28°C (82.4°F). Enduring exposure and ongoing activity could cause a sense of fatigue and subsequent heat cramps.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 19.2 days. Throughout December, 89mm (3.5") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.1 rainfall days, and 441mm (17.36") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Magaliesburg, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 19:05 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 11.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year in Magaliesburg?

The highest point of temperatures in Magaliesburg, South Africa, falls in January and December, when the average high-temperature ascends to 27.3°C (81.1°F).

What are December temperatures in Magaliesburg?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 27.3°C (81.1°F) and 16.6°C (61.9°F) respectively. In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 28°C (82.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Magaliesburg?

The average relative humidity in December in Magaliesburg is 60%.

How much does it rain in Magaliesburg in December?

In December, in Magaliesburg, South Africa, the rain falls for 19.2 days. Throughout December, 89mm (3.5") of precipitation is accumulated.

When are the longest days in Magaliesburg?

December has the longest days of the year in Magaliesburg, South Africa, with an average of 13h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Magaliesburg have in December?

In December, the average day length in Magaliesburg, South Africa, is 13h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Magaliesburg?

On the first day of December in Magaliesburg, South Africa, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 19:05 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Magaliesburg have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Magaliesburg, South Africa, is 11.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Magaliesburg?

The months with the highest UV index in Magaliesburg are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Magaliesburg?

In Magaliesburg, South Africa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Magaliesburg, South Africa

Average temperature in December - Magaliesburg, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and December (27.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (17.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (16.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.1°C).

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Average pressure in December
Magaliesburg, South Africa

Average pressure in December - Magaliesburg, South Africa
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Magaliesburg, South Africa

Average wind speed in December - Magaliesburg, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in December: 10km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.8km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Magaliesburg, South Africa

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (34%).

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Average rainfall in December
Magaliesburg, South Africa

Average rainfall in December - Magaliesburg, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in December: 89mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (90mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Magaliesburg, South Africa

Average rainfall days in December - Magaliesburg, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.2 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Magaliesburg, South Africa

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Magaliesburg, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Magaliesburg, South Africa

Average sunshine days in December - Magaliesburg, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Magaliesburg, South Africa

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in December
Magaliesburg, South Africa

Average cloud cover in December - Magaliesburg, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in December: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in December
Magaliesburg, South Africa

Average visibility in December - Magaliesburg, 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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