Monthly climate averages for Maputsoe, Lesotho. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Cwb Subtropical Highland
Climate OverviewMaputsoe, Lesotho in December has warm conditions, with highs averaging 25.3°C (78°F). Rain falls on about 19 days this month, totalling around 169 mm. Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.
This month falls at the beginning of Summer.
Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout December, with daily highs around 25°C (77°F).
December sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 169 mm across the month.
The warmest days tend to fall around the 1th, averaging 26.7°C (80°F).
Compared to November, this month is about 1°C warmer with 5 more rainy days.
Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)
Daytime temperatures around 25°C (78°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration. Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.
Wet weather can spread across much of the day, so it is best to keep outdoor plans flexible.
1 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.
| Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 26°C / 14°C | 27°C / 14°C | 17days (154 mm) Wet | 11.5h Excellent | 67% Muggy | 9.8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 25°C / 13°C | 26°C / 13°C | 15days (143 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March best | 24°C / 11°C | 24°C / 11°C | 13days (101 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 69% Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| April | 20°C / 8°C | 19°C / 6°C | 11days (117 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 72% Muggy | 6.2 High | Good | View Details |
| May | 18°C / 3°C | 15°C / 1°C | 4days (27 mm) Good | 9.5h Good | 65% Muggy | 5.2 High | Fair | View Details |
| June | 15°C / 0°C | 12°C / -4°C | 2days (15 mm) Excellent | 9.2h Good | 61% Muggy | 4.5 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| July | 15°C / -1°C | 11°C / -5°C | 3days (12 mm) Excellent | 9.4h Good | 55% Moderate | 4.9 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| August | 18°C / 2°C | 15°C / -2°C | 3days (20 mm) Excellent | 10h Excellent | 49% Moderate | 6 High | Good | View Details |
| September best | 23°C / 6°C | 20°C / 3°C | 5days (39 mm) Good | 10.7h Excellent | 46% Moderate | 7.2 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| October best | 24°C / 9°C | 23°C / 7°C | 8days (80 mm) Wet | 11.2h Excellent | 51% Moderate | 8.5 Very High | Good | View Details |
| November | 25°C / 11°C | 24°C / 10°C | 14days (152 mm) Wet | 11.3h Excellent | 60% Moderate | 9.3 Very High | Good | View Details |
| December | 25°C / 13°C | 26°C / 12°C | 19days (169 mm) Wet | 11.7h Excellent | 65% Muggy | 9.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
Summer clothing like shorts, t-shirts, and sundresses will be comfortable. Bring a light cardigan for air-conditioned spaces.
Temperatures drop significantly at night, so pack layers you can add or remove throughout the day.
A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.
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