December weather forecast
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

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Weather in December

As the final month of the year, December in Oudtshoorn has warm weather that matches the festive season's spirits. Thanks to the increased hours of daylight, outdoor events thrive during this period, while the shift in weather patterns from November is almost negligible. The cloud cover deepens slightly while the atmosphere fills with heightened humidity. The distinguishing temperature scale reveals a low of 14.7°C (58.5°F) and peaks at 26.2°C (79.2°F), a slight upwards shift from November. Altogether, Oudtshoorn weather complements the end-of-year festivities perfectly, welcoming a new year of favourable conditions.

Temperature

The arrival of December in Oudtshoorn, South Africa, sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still warm 26.2°C (79.2°F), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. An average minimum temperature of 14.7°C (58.5°F) is recorded in Oudtshoorn, South Africa, during the month of December.

Humidity

In Oudtshoorn, the average relative humidity in December is 63%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Oudtshoorn are March, May and December Rain falls for 9.4 days and accumulates 11mm (0.43") of rain.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 14h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 19:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 19:44 SAST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Oudtshoorn are January and December, with an average of 10.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Oudtshoorn are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Oudtshoorn?

In December, in Oudtshoorn, the average high-temperature is 26.2°C (79.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 14.7°C (58.5°F). In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Oudtshoorn?

In December, the average relative humidity in Oudtshoorn is 63%.

What is the driest month in Oudtshoorn?

March, May and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 9.4 days and typically aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of rain.

How many days does it rain in December in Oudtshoorn?

In Oudtshoorn, South Africa, in December, during 9.4 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When are the longest days in Oudtshoorn?

December has the longest days of the year in Oudtshoorn, South Africa, with an average of 14h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Oudtshoorn?

The average day length in December is 14h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Oudtshoorn?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 19:26. On the last day of the month, in Oudtshoorn, South Africa, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 19:44 SAST.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Oudtshoorn?

The months with the most sunshine in Oudtshoorn, South Africa, are January and December, with an average of 10.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Oudtshoorn?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 10.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Oudtshoorn?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Oudtshoorn.

How high is the UV index in December in Oudtshoorn?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average temperature in December - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (16.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average pressure in December - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average wind speed in December - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (11.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (9km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average humidity in December - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average humidity in December: 63%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and March (64%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (60%).

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Average rainfall in December
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average rainfall in December - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in December: 11mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (18mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March, May and December (11mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average rainfall days in December - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (9.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (6 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average daylight in December: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average sunshine days in December - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (17.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average cloud cover in December - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in December: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in December
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average visibility in December - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

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