Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
December
Weather in December
Temperature
Sharpeville registers an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.9°C (82.2°F) at the commencement of December, closely related to the preceding month. The temperature dips to an average of 16.4°C (61.5°F) during December nights.Heat index
In December, the heat index is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F). Continuous activity in exposure could lead to a feeling of fatigue and heat cramps.Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 57%.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.8 days and accumulates 83mm (3.27") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Sharpeville, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.Daylight
The month with the longest days in Sharpeville is December, with an average of 13h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:06 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 19:05 SAST.
Sunshine
In Sharpeville, the average sunshine in December is 11.3h.UV index
January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Sharpeville. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: During December, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
What are December temperatures in Sharpeville?
What is the average humidity in December in Sharpeville?
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How many days does it rain in December in Sharpeville?
When it does not snow in Sharpeville?
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What is the average length of the day in December in Sharpeville?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sharpeville?
How long on average sun shines in December in Sharpeville?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Sharpeville?
What is the UV index reading in December in Sharpeville?
Average temperature in December
Sharpeville, South Africa
- Average high temperature in December: 27.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (17.6°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 16.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is December (16.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.4°C).
Average pressure in December
Sharpeville, South Africa
- Average pressure in December: 1013.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.3mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Sharpeville, South Africa
- Average wind speed in December: 11.1km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are September, October and November (12.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.4km/h).
Average humidity in December
Sharpeville, South Africa
- Average humidity in December: 57%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (32%).
Average rainfall in December
Sharpeville, South Africa
- Average rainfall in December: 83mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (83mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (2mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Sharpeville, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in December: 17.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July and August (1.8 days).
Average snowfall days in December
Sharpeville, South Africa
- Average snowfall days in December: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sharpeville, South Africa
- Average daylight in December: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 11h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Sharpeville, South Africa
- Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days
The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (28.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Sharpeville, South Africa
- Average UV index in December: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in December
Sharpeville, South Africa
- Average cloud cover in December: 23
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in December
Sharpeville, South Africa
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).
