Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Ladysmith, South Africa, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 22°C (71°F). Highs can soar to 36°C (96°F), while lows may dip to 11°C (53°F). Typically, the humidity level in Ladysmith throughout December hovers around 86%.
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In December, Ladysmith averages 207 mm (8.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 21 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 54 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 12 hours 10 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 27% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In December, the UV Index in Ladysmith reaches a maximum of 16, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 2 | 5 | 9 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 14 | 11 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||