South AfricaAverage weather for Pongola in December
It's hot in December in Pongola with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 20°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Pongola with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 18°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps rise to around 32°C, with nights around 18°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Pongola is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In December, there is an average of 113 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Pongola in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
31°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
35°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
28°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
113 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
13 days | 17 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Pongola?
Looking for sun? December isn’t a good month to be in Pongola. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 45°C in 2019, Pongola reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -45°C to a highest value of 25°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Pongola
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Pongola, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Pongola
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Pongola, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 13 days of precipitation in Pongola.
Daily UV index in December in Pongola
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Pongola, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Pongola over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Pongola, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Pongola over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Pongola, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Pongola
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Pongola. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Pongola by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Pongola. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
