December weather forecast
Vaalpark, South Africa

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Vaalpark, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 16.4°C (61.5°F) and max 27.9°C (82.2°F).

Temperature

During December, the average high-temperature is a still moderately hot 27.9°C (82.2°F), maintaining a close resemblance to that of the preceding month. Vaalpark's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a comfortable 16.4°C (61.5°F).

Heat index

In December, the heat index is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F). If one endures exposure and continues to be active, it might result in tiredness and heat cramps.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. 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

In Vaalpark, the average relative humidity in December is 57%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Vaalpark is December, when the rain falls for 17.8 days and typically aggregates up to 83mm (3.27") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through July, September through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The month with the longest days 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 05:17 and sunset at 19:05 SAST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during December leads to these instructions:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Vaalpark in December?
In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Vaalpark, South Africa, are 27.9°C (82.2°F) and 16.4°C (61.5°F) respectively. In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Vaalpark?
In December, the average relative humidity in Vaalpark, South Africa, is 57%.
What is the wettest month in Vaalpark?
The month with the most rainfall in Vaalpark is December, when the rain falls for 17.8 days and typically aggregates up to 83mm (3.27") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in December in Vaalpark?
In Vaalpark, in December, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 83mm (3.27") of accumulated precipitation.
When it does not snow in Vaalpark?
January through July, September through December are months without snowfall in Vaalpark.
When are the longest days in Vaalpark?
With an average of 13h and 48min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Vaalpark, South Africa.
How many hours of daylight does Vaalpark have in December?
In Vaalpark, South Africa, the average day length in December is 13h and 47min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Vaalpark?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:06 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of the month, in Vaalpark, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 19:05 SAST.
How many hours of sunshine does Vaalpark have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December in Vaalpark, South Africa, is 11.3h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Vaalpark?
The months with the highest UV index in Vaalpark, South Africa, are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Vaalpark?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Vaalpark, South Africa, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in December - Vaalpark, South Africa
Average temperature in December
Vaalpark, 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 - Vaalpark, South Africa
Average pressure in December
Vaalpark, 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 - Vaalpark, South Africa
Average wind speed in December
Vaalpark, 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 - Vaalpark, South Africa
Average humidity in December
Vaalpark, 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 - Vaalpark, South Africa
Average rainfall in December
Vaalpark, 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 - Vaalpark, South Africa
Average rainfall days in December
Vaalpark, 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 - Vaalpark, South Africa
Average snowfall days in December
Vaalpark, 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 - Vaalpark, South Africa
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Vaalpark, 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 - Vaalpark, South Africa
Average sunshine days in December
Vaalpark, 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 - Vaalpark, South Africa
Average UV index in December
Vaalpark, 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 - Vaalpark, South Africa
Average cloud cover in December
Vaalpark, 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 - Vaalpark, South Africa
Average visibility in December
Vaalpark, 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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