December weather forecast
Strand, South Africa

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Weather in December

December showcases the best of Strand's summer with warm temperatures and ample sunshine. Beach goers particularly find the sea temperature of 18.8°C (65.8°F) enticing. This month records the highest daylight hours of 14.4, fostering the joyous Christmas and end-of-year vacation period. The humidity rises, contributing to the warm but comfortable weather conditions. The year concludes with Strand taking on the lively and vibrant aura of the summer season.

Temperature

The arrival of December in Strand, South Africa, brings an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 23.7°C (74.7°F), closely following the temperature pattern of November. December is noted for a mean low-temperature of 15.4°C (59.7°F).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January, February, April and December, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Strand, in December, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 19mm (0.75") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Strand, there are 125.4 rainfall days, and 489mm (19.25") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Strand, the average seawater temperature in December is 18.8°C (65.8°F).
Note: Most people do not enjoy swimming in water of 18.8°C (65.8°F). Breathing control becomes harder as the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

With an average of 14h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Strand, South Africa, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 19:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 19:59 SAST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Strand is December, with an average of 11.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Strand, South Africa. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in December translates into the following instructions:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Strand?

The high-temperature, in December, in Strand, is 23.7°C (74.7°F), while the low-temperature averages to 15.4°C (59.7°F).

What is the least humid month in Strand?

January, February, April and December, with an average relative humidity of 71%, are the least humid months in Strand.

What is the average humidity in December in Strand?

In December, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How much does it rain in Strand in December?

In Strand, South Africa, in December, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 19mm (0.75") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the sea temperature in December in Strand?

In Strand, South Africa, the average seawater temperature in December is 18.8°C (65.8°F). For most, swimming in 18.8°C (65.8°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

When are the longest days in Strand?

With an average of 14h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Strand.

How many hours of daylight does Strand have in December?

In December, the average day length in Strand is 14h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Strand?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 19:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 19:59 SAST.

What month has the most sunshine in Strand?

December has the most sunshine of the year in Strand, South Africa, with an average of 11.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Strand?

In Strand, the average sunshine duration in December is 11.2h.

When is the highest UV index in Strand?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Strand?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Strand, South Africa

Average temperature in December - Strand, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (25.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (15.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (9.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Strand, South Africa

Average pressure in December - Strand, South Africa
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Strand, South Africa

Average wind speed in December - Strand, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (17km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (13.8km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Strand, South Africa

Average humidity in December - Strand, South Africa
  • Average humidity in December: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, April and December (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Strand, South Africa

Average rainfall in December - Strand, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in December: 19mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (105mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (10mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Strand, South Africa

Average rainfall days in December - Strand, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Strand, South Africa

Average sea temperature in December - Strand, South Africa
  • Average sea temperature in December: 18.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (19.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July, August and September (15.3°C).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Strand, South Africa

Average sunshine days in December - Strand, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Strand, South Africa

Average UV index in December - Strand, 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, September and October (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in December
Strand, South Africa

Average cloud cover in December - Strand, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in December: 20

The months with the most cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in December
Strand, South Africa

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

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

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