South AfricaThe weather in December in Port Elizabeth
It's warm in December in Port Elizabeth with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 22°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 18°C.
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Port Elizabeth. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Port Elizabeth, South Africa. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 38°C in 2019, Port Elizabeth reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 7°C to a highest value of 22°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Port Elizabeth is 23°C this month. Comfortable for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 40 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in December for Port Elizabeth
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Port Elizabeth. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Port Elizabeth | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 25°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 27°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 16°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 40 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 9 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Port Elizabeth with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 17°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 25°C, with nights around 17°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Port Elizabeth is around 26°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Port Elizabeth, South Africa. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Port Elizabeth
Temperature in December in Port Elizabeth over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Port Elizabeth, South Africa. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in Port Elizabeth
Total precipitation in December in Port Elizabeth over the years
Daily UV index in December in Port Elizabeth
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Port Elizabeth, 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.
Weather experiences in December in Port Elizabeth
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Evenings were cool and comfortable. There was very little precipitation, only short showers. In short, almost perfect!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Port Elizabeth by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Port Elizabeth. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.