Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
December
Weather in December
Temperature
Upington marks the start of December with an average high-temperature of a still hot 34.1°C (93.4°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from November's 32.3°C (90.1°F). Upington experiences a significant downturn from peak daytime temperatures throughout December, with the average low-temperature dipping to an agreeable 20.9°C (69.6°F).Humidity
In Upington, the average relative humidity in December is 24%.Rainfall
In Upington, in December, during 4.7 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Upington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 43.6 days and collects up to 89mm (3.5") of precipitation.Daylight
The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 19:18. On the last day of December, in Upington, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 19:35 SAST.
Sunshine
December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine.UV index
The month with the highest UV index in Upington is December, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 8 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Act with caution. Neglecting protection can lead to skin and eye damage in moments. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot does it get in Upington in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Upington?
How much does it rain in Upington in December?
When are the longest days in Upington?
How many hours of daylight does Upington have in December?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Upington?
What month has the most sunshine in Upington?
How long on average sun shines in December in Upington?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Upington?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Upington?
Average temperature in December
Upington, South Africa
- Average high temperature in December: 34.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (35°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (19.7°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 20.9°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (22.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.4°C).
Average pressure in December
Upington, South Africa
- Average pressure in December: 1010.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.7mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Upington, South Africa
- Average wind speed in December: 16.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (17.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (14km/h).
Average humidity in December
Upington, South Africa
- Average humidity in December: 24%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (41%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (21%).
Average rainfall in December
Upington, South Africa
- Average rainfall in December: 11mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (21mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Upington, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (8.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.9 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Upington, South Africa
- Average daylight in December: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 12h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Upington, South Africa
- Average sunshine days in December: 25.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (17.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Upington, South Africa
- Average UV index in December: 8
The month with the highest UV index is December (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in December
Upington, South Africa
- Average cloud cover in December: 8
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 13).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in December
Upington, 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).
