December weather forecast
Queenstown, South Africa

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Weather in December

December ushers in summer in Queenstown, ending the year with warm and moderately wet conditions. Compared to November, the month sees a rise in temperature, making it one of the hottest months of the year. A unique feature of December is that it receives the highest amount of daylight, with an average of 14.2 hours per day, promising long, sunny days. Even though it is summer, the weather conditions don't reach an extreme, providing the perfect backdrop for a serene holiday experience with ideal weather.

Temperature

December's arrival registers an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 23.8°C (74.8°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. Queenstown reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 13.3°C (55.9°F) in December.

Humidity

In Queenstown, South Africa, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 21.2 days. Throughout December, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Queenstown, South Africa, there are 168.8 rainfall days, and 529mm (20.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Queenstown, South Africa, snow does not fall in January through June, August through December.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Queenstown, with an average of 14h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 04:59 and sunset at 19:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 19:21 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Queenstown is 6.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Queenstown in December?

During December, Queenstown experiences an average high-temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F) and a low-temperature of 13.3°C (55.9°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Queenstown?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in Queenstown in December?

In Queenstown, in December, during 21.2 rainfall days, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Queenstown?

January through June, August through December are months without snowfall in Queenstown, South Africa.

When are the longest days in Queenstown?

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

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

In Queenstown, South Africa, the average day length in December is 14h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Queenstown?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:59 and sunset at 19:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 19:21 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Queenstown have in December?

In Queenstown, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.7h.

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

The months with the highest UV index in Queenstown, South Africa, are January through March, August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in December in Queenstown?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Queenstown, South Africa

Average temperature in December - Queenstown, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (18°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (14.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (7°C).

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Average pressure in December
Queenstown, South Africa

Average pressure in December - Queenstown, South Africa
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Queenstown, South Africa

Average wind speed in December - Queenstown, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (14km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.2km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Queenstown, South Africa

Average humidity in December - Queenstown, South Africa
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (55%).

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Average rainfall in December
Queenstown, South Africa

Average rainfall in December - Queenstown, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in December: 64mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (82mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (12mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Queenstown, South Africa

Average rainfall days in December - Queenstown, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in December: 21.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Queenstown, South Africa

Average snowfall in December - Queenstown, South Africa
  • Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Queenstown, South Africa

Average snowfall days in December - Queenstown, South Africa
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are July and August (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Queenstown, 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).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Queenstown, South Africa

Average sunshine days in December - Queenstown, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (22.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January, February and December (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Queenstown, South Africa

Average UV index in December - Queenstown, South Africa
  • Average UV index in December: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, August, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, September and October (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in December
Queenstown, South Africa

Average cloud cover in December - Queenstown, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in December
Queenstown, South Africa

Average visibility in December - Queenstown, South Africa
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (7km).

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