Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Cape Town, South Africa, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 19°C (66°F). Highs can soar to 26°C (79°F), while lows may dip to 15°C (59°F). Typically, the humidity level in Cape Town throughout December hovers around 77%.
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In December, Cape Town averages 26 mm (1.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 5 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 21 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 13 hours 37 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 60% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In December, the UV Index in Cape Town reaches a maximum of 14, 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 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||