December weather forecast
Mthatha, South Africa

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Weather in December

Wrapping up the year, December brings in unwinding warmth in Mthatha, seeing high averages of up to 27°C (80.6°F). The city also records a climb in rainfall, reaching its peak at this point. This conclusion to the year in Mthatha remains defined by longer daylight hours, bidding farewell to the lower sun exposure of winter. Amidst these weather fluctuations, the local people enjoy celebrating the festive season outdoors and embracing the heat of the summer sun.

Temperature

Mthatha experiences its warmest period in January, February and December, averaging a high-temperature of 27°C (80.6°F).

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout December, 88mm (3.46") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 114 rainfall days, and 650mm (25.59") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 14h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 04:52 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:02 and sunset at 19:13 SAST.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month in Mthatha?

During January, February and December, Mthatha experiences its average highest temperatures, peaking at 27°C (80.6°F).

What are December temperatures in Mthatha?

In December, in Mthatha, the average high-temperature is 27°C (80.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 15°C (59°F).

How much does it rain in Mthatha in December?

In December, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout December, 88mm (3.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

When are the longest days in Mthatha?

The month with the longest days in Mthatha is December, with an average of 14h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Mthatha have in December?

In December, the average day length in Mthatha is 14h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Mthatha?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:52 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of the month, in Mthatha, South Africa, sunrise is at 05:02 and sunset at 19:13 SAST.
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Average daylight

Average temperature in December
Mthatha, South Africa

Average temperature in December - Mthatha, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in December: 27°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January, February and December (27°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (21°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (16°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (4°C).

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Average rainfall in December
Mthatha, South Africa

Average rainfall in December - Mthatha, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in December: 88mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (89mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (11mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Mthatha, South Africa

Average rainfall days in December - Mthatha, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (15 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and July (3 days).

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Average daylight in December
Mthatha, South Africa

Average daylight in December - Mthatha, South Africa
  • Average daylight in December: 14h and 1min

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

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Mthatha, South Africa

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