December weather forecast
Fordsburg, South Africa

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Fordsburg, is still a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 16.5°C (61.7°F) and 27.3°C (81.1°F).

Temperature

Fordsburg experiences its warmest period in January, February and December, averaging a high-temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F).

Heat index

December's average heat index is computed to be 28°C (82.4°F). If activity and exposure persist, they could induce fatigue, leading to possible heat cramps.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 58%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.1 days and accumulates 93mm (3.66") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 19:03 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Fordsburg is 11.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest?
Fordsburg witnesses its highest temperatures in January, February and December, reaching an average of 27.3°C (81.1°F).
What are December temperatures?
Fordsburg in December has an average high-temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and an average low-temperature of 16.5°C (61.7°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 28°C (82.4°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In Fordsburg, the average relative humidity in December is 58%.
What is the rainiest month?
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 19.1 days and typically aggregates up to 93mm (3.66") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Fordsburg, South Africa, during December, the rain falls for 19.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 93mm (3.66") of precipitation.
When are the longest days in Fordsburg?
December has the longest days of the year in Fordsburg, with an average of 13h and 48min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In December, the average day length is 13h and 45min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 19:03 SAST.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 11.3h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
How high is the UV index in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Fordsburg, South Africa
Average temperature in December
Fordsburg, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January, February and December (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (17.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and December (16.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.1°C).

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Fordsburg, South Africa
Average wind speed in December
Fordsburg, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.9km/h).

Average humidity in December - Fordsburg, South Africa
Average humidity in December
Fordsburg, South Africa
  • Average humidity in December: 58%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (33%).

Average rainfall in December - Fordsburg, South Africa
Average rainfall in December
Fordsburg, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in December: 93mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (93mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Fordsburg, South Africa
Average rainfall days in December
Fordsburg, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.8 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fordsburg, South Africa
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fordsburg, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

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

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and December (8.5 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, 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 - Fordsburg, South Africa
Average cloud cover in December
Fordsburg, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in December - Fordsburg, South Africa
Average visibility in December
Fordsburg, 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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