December Weather in Mpumalanga

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Mpumalanga, South Africa, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 22°C (71°F). Highs can soar to 34°C (93°F), while lows may dip to 14°C (58°F). Typically, the humidity level in Mpumalanga throughout December hovers around 86%.

14°C (58°F)

Minimum temperature

22°C (71°F)

Average temperature

34°C (93°F)

Maximum temperature

86%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Mpumalanga averages 132 mm (5.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 18 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 0 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 22 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 21% probability of sunny days during this period.

132 mm (5.2 inches)

Precipitation

18 rainy days

Rainy days

11 hours 22 minutes

Sunshine hours

21%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Mpumalanga reaches a maximum of 15, 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.

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 15 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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