December weather forecast
Villiersdorp, South Africa

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Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a warm month in Villiersdorp, South Africa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 14.3°C (57.7°F) and 27.1°C (80.8°F).

Temperature

Villiersdorp, South Africa, experiences a transition to a still moderately hot 27.1°C (80.8°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of December, not greatly differing from November's 24.5°C (76.1°F). A stark contrast in day to night temperatures can be seen in December, with an average low-temperature of 14.3°C (57.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during December is computed to be 28°C (82.4°F). Constant exposure and activity lead to possible fatigue. Prolonged exercise may result in heat cramps.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.

Humidity

In Villiersdorp, the average relative humidity in December is 62%.

Rainfall

In Villiersdorp, in December, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 16mm (0.63") of accumulated precipitation. In Villiersdorp, South Africa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.9 days and collects up to 437mm (17.2") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 14h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 19:39. On the last day of December, in Villiersdorp, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 19:57 SAST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 11.2h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Villiersdorp, South Africa.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during December leads to these advisories:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Villiersdorp?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 27.1°C (80.8°F) and a low-temperature of 14.3°C (57.7°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 28°C (82.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Villiersdorp?

In December, the average relative humidity in Villiersdorp is 62%.

How many days does it rain in December in Villiersdorp?

In Villiersdorp, in December, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 16mm (0.63") of accumulated precipitation.

When are the longest days in Villiersdorp?

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 14h and 24min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Villiersdorp is 14h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Villiersdorp?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 19:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 19:57 SAST.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Villiersdorp?

The months with the most sunshine in Villiersdorp, South Africa, are January and December, with an average of 11.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Villiersdorp have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 11.2h.

When is the highest UV index in Villiersdorp?

The months with the highest UV index in Villiersdorp, South Africa, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in December in Villiersdorp?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Villiersdorp is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Villiersdorp, South Africa

Average temperature in December - Villiersdorp, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (29.1°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (16.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (15.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (6.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Villiersdorp, South Africa

Average pressure in December - Villiersdorp, South Africa
  • Average pressure in December: 1014mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.1mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and February (1013.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Villiersdorp, South Africa

Average wind speed in December - Villiersdorp, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (11.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Villiersdorp, South Africa

Average humidity in December - Villiersdorp, South Africa
  • Average humidity in December: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (61%).

Average rainfall in December
Villiersdorp, South Africa

Average rainfall in December - Villiersdorp, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in December: 16mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (107mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Villiersdorp, South Africa

Average rainfall days in December - Villiersdorp, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Villiersdorp, South Africa

Average sunshine days in December - Villiersdorp, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Villiersdorp, South Africa

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Villiersdorp, South Africa

Average cloud cover in December - Villiersdorp, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in December: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in December
Villiersdorp, South Africa

Average visibility in December - Villiersdorp, South Africa
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).

Villiersdorp, South Africa

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