December weather forecast
Struisbaai, South Africa

December

Weather in December

December, the height of summer in Struisbaai, brings the warmest weather of the year. The town experiences long hours of sunshine, hotter temperatures, and less rainfall compared to November. Moving into the New Year, January maintains similar weather conditions, making this period favorable for a host of outdoor activities. The inviting sea temperature of 19.7°C (67.5°F) makes ocean activities like swimming, surfing, and snorkeling an absolute delight.

Temperature

Struisbaai commences December with an average high-temperature of a pleasant 21.2°C (70.2°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. A mean low-temperature of 18°C (64.4°F) is anticipated during the month of December, a slight step down from the daytime high.

Humidity

In Struisbaai, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Struisbaai, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Struisbaai, there are 148.7 rainfall days, and 308mm (12.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 19.7°C (67.5°F).
Note: Most people do not take pleasure in swimming in water at 19.7°C (67.5°F). The difficulty of managing breathing increases as the water temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 14h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Struisbaai, South Africa, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 19:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 19:56 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Struisbaai is 9.8h.

UV index

In Struisbaai, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Struisbaai?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Struisbaai during December are 21.2°C (70.2°F) and 18°C (64.4°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in December in Struisbaai?
The average relative humidity in December is 75%.
How many days does it rain in December in Struisbaai?
In Struisbaai, South Africa, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of precipitation.
How cold is the water in December in Struisbaai?
In December, the average sea temperature is 19.7°C (67.5°F). For most, swimming in 19.7°C (67.5°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 Struisbaai?
December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 14h and 24min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Struisbaai?
In Struisbaai, South Africa, the average day length in December is 14h and 27min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Struisbaai?
On the first day of December in Struisbaai, South Africa, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 19:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 19:56 SAST.
How long on average sun shines in December in Struisbaai?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 9.8h.
How high is the UV index in December in Struisbaai?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Struisbaai, South Africa, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (22.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (16.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (19.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (12°C).

Average pressure in December
Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1014mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in December: 23.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (24.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (20.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in December: 13mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (11mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.6 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average sea temperature in December: 19.7°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are January and February (21.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (14.6°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Struisbaai, 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: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average UV index in December: 5

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

Average cloud cover in December
Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Struisbaai, 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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