Temperatures in December
It's warm in December in South Africa with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 18°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for South Africa in December. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of December
The month of December starts in South Africa with warm temperatures, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights close to 17°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 26°C, with nights close to 17°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in South Africa will be around 27°C, with nights close to 18°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in December
In December, there is an average of 23 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The precipitation chance averages 11% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in December for South Africa. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
South Africa in December |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
26°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
28°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
23°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
23 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
4 days | 10 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 South Africa?
Want nice weather? Then December is a great time to be in South Africa. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for South Africa in December
With 39°C, South Africa hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2019. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 10°C to a high of 21°C.
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The climate of South Africa is based on weather data from Cape Town. Other spots, like Krugerpark, Johannesburg or Stellenbosch, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in South Africa for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in December in South Africa
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in South Africa, 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 South Africa
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for South Africa, 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 4 days of rain in South Africa.
Daily UV Index in December in South Africa
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in South Africa, 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 South Africa Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in South Africa, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in South Africa Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in South Africa, 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 South Africa
Click on a specific day in December for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in South Africa. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in South Africa by Month
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