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South Africa temperatures in December

December in South Africa has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from pleasant in Paternoster with 20°C to very high temperatures in Keimoes with 36°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C in Keimoes and 17°C in Paternoster.

What is the temperature of the different cities in South Africa in December?

Discover the typical December temperatures for the most popular locations of South Africa on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

  • What is the warmest city in December in South Africa?
    • Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Keimoes is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 36°C, while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 20°C."

  • What is the coldest city in December in South Africa?
    • According to our data, Paternoster holds the title for the coldest city in South Africa in December. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 20°C and drops to lows of about 17°C during the night.

  • How much sun does South Africa get in December?
    • The city Cape Town usually sees around 334 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

  • What is the water's temperature in December?
    • The water temperature averages approximately 22°C in East London this month, a rehreshing temperature for swimming and cooling off.

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