Bethlehem weather in December (Free State, South Africa)

Thinking of visiting Bethlehem in December? Check the weather first! Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, the weather in Bethlehem generally includes high temperatures and high rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 26°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 14°C.

Precipitation

Bethlehem in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 153 mm for the month. This month is characterized by heavy rain, often falling intensely. Equip yourself with a poncho to stay protected from the rain. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 14 days of the month will see rainfall.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Bethlehem. March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Bethlehem climate page with graphs.

 

Bethlehem, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 14°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 153 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Where to go in South Africa in December

Find out more about the weather in South Africa and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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