December weather forecast
Wavecrest, South Africa

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Wavecrest, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.5°C (65.3°F) and 23.6°C (74.5°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December records an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 23.6°C (74.5°F), closely related to the 22.4°C (72.3°F) observed in November. Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature in Wavecrest, South Africa, dips to an average of 18.5°C (65.3°F).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, in Wavecrest, the rain falls for 15.9 days. Throughout December, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wavecrest, there are 140.9 rainfall days, and 352mm (13.86") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature in Wavecrest is 23.7°C (74.7°F).
Note: When considering a person's aversion to cold, factors like sunshine, wind, and atmospheric temperature are key. Swimming in 23.7°C (74.7°F) might be delightful. (Remember: The Olympics' swimming events have water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Wavecrest, South Africa, with an average of 14h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 04:50 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 19:16 SAST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take note! The UV strength of the Sun elevates when reflected off water and sand.
Updated: Jan 25, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Wavecrest?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Wavecrest, South Africa, are 23.6°C (74.5°F) and 18.5°C (65.3°F) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Wavecrest?

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Wavecrest?

In Wavecrest, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Wavecrest?

In Wavecrest, in December, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the water temperature in December in Wavecrest?

In Wavecrest, South Africa, the average seawater temperature in December is 23.7°C (74.7°F). Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 23.7°C (74.7°F) water may be enjoyable.

When are the longest days in Wavecrest?

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 14h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Wavecrest?

In Wavecrest, the average day length in December is 14h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Wavecrest?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:50 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 19:16 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Wavecrest?

In Wavecrest, the average sunshine duration in December is 8.1h.

When is the highest UV index in Wavecrest?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Wavecrest?

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

Average temperature in December
Wavecrest, South Africa

Average temperature in December - Wavecrest, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (25.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (14.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Wavecrest, South Africa

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Wavecrest, South Africa

Average wind speed in December - Wavecrest, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (20.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (16.8km/h).

Average humidity in December
Wavecrest, South Africa

Average humidity in December - Wavecrest, South Africa
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (58%).

Average rainfall in December
Wavecrest, South Africa

Average rainfall in December - Wavecrest, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in December: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (44mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (14mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Wavecrest, South Africa

Average rainfall days in December - Wavecrest, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (6.3 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Wavecrest, South Africa

Average sea temperature in December - Wavecrest, South Africa
  • Average sea temperature in December: 23.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (20.8°C).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wavecrest, South Africa

Average sunshine days in December - Wavecrest, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Wavecrest, South Africa

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, April and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Wavecrest, South Africa

Average cloud cover in December - Wavecrest, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Wavecrest, South Africa

Average visibility in December - Wavecrest, 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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