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De Rust Weather in December

In De Rust, December brings high daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to 14°C (57°F). Some rainfall is to be expected.

Rainfall in De Rust in December

Expect around 7 days of rain based on historical data, with 37 mm (1.5 in) average. Rain days are few and the total is low, so this is a largely dry month. Any showers that do occur tend to be brief.

Temperature in De Rust in December

The perfect temperature in De Rust in December makes it a solid month to visit, with 29°C (84°F) during the day and 14°C (57°F) at night. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights cool down to 14°C (57°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in De Rust in December

There are approximately 237 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, December is one of the best months to visit De Rust.

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De Rust Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C (84°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 23%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 37 mm (1.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
SunshineSunshine 237 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: George, South Africa (53 KM, 33 Miles).

Best Places in South Africa in December

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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).

What to Wear in De Rust in December

Warm but pleasant conditions in De Rust in December. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Light rain is possible, so consider bringing a small umbrella or rain jacket. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in De Rust in December

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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