Normal weather for Mapungubwe National Park in December
It's hot in December in Mapungubwe National Park with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 36°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 22°C.
In December, there is an average of 95 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
December is a great month to be in Mapungubwe National Park for sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Mapungubwe National Park in December |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
33°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
36°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
30°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
95 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
11 days | 10 days | |
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.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Mapungubwe National Park with hot temperatures, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights close to 21°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature drops to around 33°C, with nights close to 21°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Mapungubwe National Park will be around 34°C, with nights close to 22°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
Temperature records
With 42°C, Mapungubwe National Park hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2019. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2021. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 11°C to a high of 27°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Mapungubwe National Park
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in Mapungubwe National Park, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Mapungubwe National Park
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Mapungubwe National Park, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown 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 rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect around 11 days of rain in Mapungubwe National Park.
Daily UV Index in December in Mapungubwe National Park
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Mapungubwe National Park, 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 Mapungubwe National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Mapungubwe National Park, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in Mapungubwe National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Mapungubwe National Park, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in December for Mapungubwe National Park
Click on a specific day in December for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Mapungubwe National Park. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Mapungubwe National Park by Month
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