Fish River Canyon in December sees very high daytime temperatures of 34°C (93°F) and nighttime lows of 17°C (63°F). With just 4.5 mm (0.2 in) of rainfall expected, it's a dry month overall.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Fish River Canyon.
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Browse day-by-day weather records for Fish River Canyon spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 19 years of weather observations (2006-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Fish River Canyon.
Find out more about the weather in Namibia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Namibia in December →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Pack for serious heat in Fish River Canyon in December. Prioritize clothing that breathes and doesn't cling or stick. Lightweight cotton, linen, and moisture-wicking fabrics are ideal. A wide hat provides welcome shade. Dry conditions mean you won't need to worry about rain protection.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Omaruru
34°C (93°F) Okaukuejo34°C (93°F) Otjiwarongo
33°C (91°F) Voigtland31°C (88°F) Windhoek31°C (88°F) Swakopmund25°C (77°F) Rand Rifles23°C (73°F) Walvis Bay
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