Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Orkney, South Africa, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 23°C (74°F). Highs can soar to 35°C (95°F), while lows may dip to 12°C (54°F). Typically, the humidity level in Orkney throughout December hovers around 67%.
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In December, Orkney averages 123 mm (4.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 15 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 47 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 12 hours 29 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 46% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In December, the UV Index in Orkney 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 | 8 | 12 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 12 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||