December weather forecast
Matibidi, South Africa

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Matibidi, South Africa, with an average temperature varying between 19.1°C (66.4°F) and 29.2°C (84.6°F).

Temperature

February and December mark Matibidi's peak of temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 29.2°C (84.6°F).

Heat index

December's heat index is estimated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light 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 'feels like', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 71%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.5 days and accumulates 116mm (4.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Matibidi is December, with an average of 13h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:59 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 18:49 SAST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Matibidi is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Matibidi are January through April, September 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in December translates into this advice:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Matibidi?
Matibidi experiences the peak of its temperatures in February and December, when the average high-temperatures rise to 29.2°C (84.6°F).
Is it hot in Matibidi during December?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 29.2°C (84.6°F) and 19.1°C (66.4°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in December is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Matibidi?
In December, the average relative humidity in Matibidi, South Africa, is 71%.
What is the rainiest month in Matibidi?
December is the month with the most rainfall in Matibidi, South Africa. Rain falls for 20.5 days and accumulates 116mm (4.57") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Matibidi in December?
In Matibidi, during December, the rain falls for 20.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 116mm (4.57") of precipitation.
When are the longest days in Matibidi?
December has the longest days of the year in Matibidi, South Africa, with an average of 13h and 36min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Matibidi?
The average day length in December is 13h and 38min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Matibidi?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:59 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 18:49 SAST.
How long on average sun shines in December in Matibidi?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 9.3h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Matibidi?
The months with the highest UV index in Matibidi are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Matibidi?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Matibidi is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Matibidi, South Africa
Average temperature in December
Matibidi, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.2°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and December (29.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (19.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.2°C).

Average pressure in December - Matibidi, South Africa
Average pressure in December
Matibidi, South Africa
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Matibidi, South Africa
Average wind speed in December
Matibidi, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.4km/h).

Average humidity in December - Matibidi, South Africa
Average humidity in December
Matibidi, South Africa
  • Average humidity in December: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (52%).

Average rainfall in December - Matibidi, South Africa
Average rainfall in December
Matibidi, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in December: 116mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (116mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and July (3mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Matibidi, South Africa
Average rainfall days in December
Matibidi, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.3 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Matibidi, South Africa
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Matibidi, South Africa
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December - Matibidi, South Africa
Average sunshine days in December
Matibidi, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.9 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December - Matibidi, South Africa
Average cloud cover in December
Matibidi, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in December - Matibidi, South Africa
Average visibility in December
Matibidi, South Africa
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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