South AfricaAverage weather for Upington in December
It's hot in December in Upington with an average temperature of 36°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 34°C to a high of 38°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 22°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Upington with hot temps, averaging around 36°C during the day and nights around 20°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps rise to around 37°C, with nights around 20°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 Upington is around 37°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
In December, there is an average of 18 mm of precipitation, spread over 2 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Upington in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
36°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
38°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
34°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
18 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
2 days | 17 days | |
November
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.
Is December a good time to visit Upington?
December isn’t a good month to be in Upington. The average temperature of 36°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a comfortable stay.
Temperature records
With 44°C in 2023, Upington reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 30°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Upington
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Upington, 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 Upington
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Upington, 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 2 days of precipitation in Upington.
Daily UV index in December in Upington
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Upington, 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 Upington over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Upington, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Upington over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Upington, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Upington
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Average weather in Upington by month
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