December weather forecast
Tshamahansi, South Africa

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Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Tshamahansi, South Africa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18.5°C (65.3°F) and an average high of 29°C (84.2°F).

Temperature

The beginning of December reveals an average high-temperature of a still warm 29°C (84.2°F), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. Tshamahansi records an average temperature drop to an enjoyable 18.5°C (65.3°F) in December.

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Continuing activity during long-lasting exposure might induce tiredness and result in heat cramps.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 61%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 19.8 days and typically aggregates up to 101mm (3.98") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 18:55 SAST.

Sunshine

In Tshamahansi, the average sunshine in December is 11.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Tshamahansi in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 29°C (84.2°F) and a low-temperature of 18.5°C (65.3°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Tshamahansi?

In December, the average relative humidity in Tshamahansi, South Africa, is 61%.

What is the rainiest month in Tshamahansi?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Tshamahansi. Rain falls for 19.8 days and accumulates 101mm (3.98") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Tshamahansi in December?

In December, in Tshamahansi, the rain falls for 19.8 days. Throughout December, 101mm (3.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

When are the longest days in Tshamahansi?

With an average of 13h and 36min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Tshamahansi.

How many hours of daylight does Tshamahansi have in December?

In Tshamahansi, South Africa, the average day length in December is 13h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Tshamahansi?

On the first day of December in Tshamahansi, South Africa, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 18:55 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Tshamahansi?

The average sunshine duration in December in Tshamahansi, South Africa, is 11.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Tshamahansi?

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Tshamahansi?

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

Average temperature in December
Tshamahansi, South Africa

Average temperature in December - Tshamahansi, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in December: 29°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (29.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (20.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (18.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (7.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Tshamahansi, South Africa

Average pressure in December - Tshamahansi, South Africa
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Tshamahansi, South Africa

Average wind speed in December - Tshamahansi, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (5.8km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Tshamahansi, South Africa

Average humidity in December - Tshamahansi, South Africa
  • Average humidity in December: 61%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (41%).

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Average rainfall in December
Tshamahansi, South Africa

Average rainfall in December - Tshamahansi, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in December: 101mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (101mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Tshamahansi, South Africa

Average rainfall days in December - Tshamahansi, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.6 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tshamahansi, South Africa
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Tshamahansi, South Africa

Average sunshine days in December - Tshamahansi, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Tshamahansi, South Africa

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Tshamahansi, South Africa

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in December
Tshamahansi, South Africa

Average visibility in December - Tshamahansi, 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).

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