Warm
Average highs sit around 28°C, giving warm days by monthly-average standards.
December verdict
South Africa in December
Weather score74Very good
Very good for holiday weather
Average highs sit around 28°C, giving warm days by monthly-average standards. Sunshine averages 9.4h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month. Rainfall averages 64mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
December weather
Monthly averages
Temp
28°C
Rain
64mm
Sun
9.4h
Sea
8°C
Weather score
74
Very good
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Drier
Rainfall averages 64mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
Bright
Sunshine averages 9.4h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 8°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare South Africa with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
December28°C average high
December sits in the warmer part of the year, so midday sightseeing can feel heavier than in cooler months.
Warmest monthsJanuary to March and December
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
December64mm average rain
December is wetter than South Africa's yearly average, so flexible plans matter more.
Driest monthsApril to October
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
December9.4 hours average sun
December is one of South Africa's sunniest months, with some of the strongest bright-day conditions in the yearly averages.
Brightest monthsJanuary to February and November to December
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
December8°C average sea
December sits in the warmer sea-temperature season, usually making swimming easier to enjoy.
Warmest seaJanuary to May and November to December
Sea temperatures are usually near 9°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
December74 weather score
December is one of South Africa's best weather-score months, combining the strongest overall balance in the yearly averages.
Best weather monthsJanuary to March and November to December
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.
