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Visiting East London, South Africa in December

December is one of the best months to visit East London for the best beach weather. It has the most sunshine and best sunbathing and swimming conditions of the year.

The weather in December is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into January. December has average maximum temperatures of 24°C (75°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 64% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.2hrs making the days long and bright.

December has total rainfall of 7.4cm (2.9inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 12.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a warm 23°C (73°F). December is a good month for swimming in East London with comfortable temperatures for most people. The sea temperature in December is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into January.

Also consider visiting East London in one of the other best months of January, February, March, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for December.

Can you sunbathe in East London in December?

Yes, December is a good time for sunbathing in East London.

December has average maximum temperatures of 24°C (75°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 64% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.2hrs making the days long and bright. December has total rainfall of 7.4cm (2.9inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 12.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

More about December temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in East London in December?

Yes, December is a good month for swimming in East London with warm sea temperatures 23°C (73°F).

More about December sea temperatures.

Is December a good time to holiday in East London?

Yes, December is a good time for a holiday in East London.

December has average maximum temperatures of 24°C (75°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 64% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.2hrs making the days long and bright. December has total rainfall of 7.4cm (2.9inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 12.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. Sea temperatures are a warm 23°C (73°F). December is a good month for swimming in East London with comfortable temperatures for most people.

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Is East London warm in December?

Yes, East London is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days in December.

The average maximum temperature in East London in December is 24°C (75°F). The average maximum temperature is 23°C (73°) in the previous month and 25°C (77°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in East London in December is 20°C (68°F). The average temperature is 19°C (65°F) in the previous month and 21°C (71°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is East London in December?

The average day light hours per day in East London in December are 14.3. The sunshine percentage is 64% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.2hrs making the days long and bright.

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Temperature in East London in December

The weather in December is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into January. The average maximum temperature in East London in December is 24°C (75°F). The average maximum temperature is 23°C (73°F) in the previous month and 25°C (77°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in East London in December is 20°C (68°F). The average temperature is 19°C (65°F) in the previous month and 21°C (71°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in East London in December is 16°C (61°F). The minimum temperature is 15°C (59°F) in the previous month and 18°C (64°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in East London in December

The days in December are longer than the previous month. December has slightly more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise slightly into January. During December the average day light hours are 14.3 per day in East London. The sunshine percentage is 64% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.2hrs making the days long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in East London in December is typically 13.7 during December. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in East London in December

The average sea water temperature in East London in December is 23°C (73.4°F) which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. The sea temperature in December is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into January.

Rainfall in East London in December

December weather is marginally drier than the previous month and rainfall continues to drop quickly into January. December has a few more days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in East London in December is 7.4cm (2.9inches) and on average there are 12.7 rainy days in December making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in East London in December

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in East London in December is 18°C (64°F) which is OK for most but slightly uncomfortable for some. The dew point is 16°C (61°F) in the previous month and 19°C (19°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in East London in December is typically 93.1%. The maximum relative humidity is 92% in the previous month and 93% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in East London in December is typically 76.9%. The average relative humidity is 75.6% in the previous month and 77.4% in the next month.

Wind Speed in East London in December

The average maximum wind speed in East London in December is typically 34KM/H (21MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 36KM/H (22MPH) in the previous month and 35KM/H (22MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in East London in December is typically 18KM/H (11MPH). The average wind speed is 20KM/H (12MPH) in the previous month and 19KM/H (12MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in East London in December is from the South.

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