Cape Town weather in December (Western Cape, South Africa)
What can you expect from the weather in Cape Town during December? This guide provides all the details you need.
In Cape Town the weather in December is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 24°C, while night temperatures can drop to 16°C.
Cape Town in December usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 22 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 6 days.
The city usually sees around 334 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a great time to visit. January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While July tends to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cape Town climate page with graphs.
Cape Town, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
16°C
Max Temperature
24°C
Water Temperature
18°C
Chance of Rain
19%
Precipitation
22 mm
Rainy days
6 days
Humidity
71%
Windspeed
18 km/h
Sunshine
334 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in South Africa in December
Find out more about the weather in South Africa in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Cape Town in December?
For visitors traveling to Cape Town, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. With a water temperature of around 18°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.
Interested in more climate information?
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