December weather forecast
Musina, South Africa

December

Weather in December

Closing the curtains on the year, December sees Musina basking in high temperatures averaging 32°C (89.6°F). Echoing the January weather pattern, it ranks among the hottest months of the year with similar temperature averages. The highest rainfall is due in December. Still, it is the blend of strong sun radiance and ample daylight that stamps an impression. The finale of ascribed weather patterns, December aptly cements the year’s climatic theatre in Musina.

Temperature

Musina in December records a high-temperature average of a still tropical 32°C (89.6°F), on par with November. With the onset of night in December, Musina reveals a significant decrease in temperature, averaging at an agreeable 20°C (68°F).

Rainfall

In Musina, in December, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 56mm (2.2") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 56 rainfall days, and 372mm (14.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 13h and 30min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:06 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 18:47 SAST.

Sunshine

January through April, June, November and December, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 12 in December translates into this advice:
Adopt all essential precautions. Preventing sun harm is crucial. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Use liberally and reapply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 every two hours and right after outdoor activities or a swim.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in December?
The average high-temperature, in December, in Musina, is 32°C (89.6°F), while the average low-temperature is 20°C (68°F).
How many days does it rain in December?
In December, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout December, 56mm (2.2") of precipitation is accumulated.
When are the longest days?
With an average of 13h and 30min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
How many hours of daylight does Musina have in December?
In Musina, the average day length in December is 13h and 29min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:06 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 18:47 SAST.
What are the months with the least sunshine?
The months with the least sunshine are January through April, June, November and December, with an average of 8h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 8h.
When is the highest UV index?
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in December?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Musina is 12. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index
Average temperature in December - Musina, South Africa
Average temperature in December
Musina, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (33°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (25°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (21°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (8°C).

Average rainfall in December - Musina, South Africa
Average rainfall in December
Musina, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in December: 56mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (65mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Musina, South Africa
Average rainfall days in December
Musina, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Musina, South Africa
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Musina, South Africa
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h

The months with the most sunshine are May, July, August, September and October (Average sunshine: 9h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, March, April, June, November and December (Average sunshine: 8h).

Average UV index in December - Musina, South Africa
Average UV index in December
Musina, South Africa
  • Average UV index in December: 12

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).

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