December Weather in Margate

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Margate, South Africa, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 21°C (71°F). Highs can soar to 31°C (87°F), while lows may dip to 15°C (59°F). Typically, the humidity level in Margate throughout December hovers around 83%.

15°C (59°F)

Minimum temperature

21°C (71°F)

Average temperature

31°C (87°F)

Maximum temperature

83%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Margate averages 118 mm (4.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 17 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 5 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 7 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 17% probability of sunny days during this period.

118 mm (4.7 inches)

Precipitation

17 rainy days

Rainy days

11 hours 7 minutes

Sunshine hours

17%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Margate reaches a maximum of 14, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  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
UVI 3 5 9 12 14 14 13 10 7 4 2 1 0
Exposure Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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