Brits weather in December (North West, South Africa)

How does the weather in Brits usually fare in December? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Brits includes high temperatures and high rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 30°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 19°C. These temperatures represent the average, but hotter days can occur. Be prepared with light clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Brits in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 117 mm for the month. As the rainiest month, carrying an umbrella is advisable to manage the frequent rain. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 11 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 276 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Brits. March, April, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Brits, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 35%  

Precipitation 117 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 61% *  

Sunshine 276 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Pretoria, South Africa (43 KM, 27 Miles).

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.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Brits.

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