ClimateForecastDecemberJanuary >>

Durban weather in December (KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)

How is the weather in Durban in December? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In Durban the weather in December is generally perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 27°C, while night temperatures can drop to 21°C.

Durban in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 98 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 15 days of the month will see rainfall.

With around 190 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a prime time to visit Durban. January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December typically offer the best circumstances. While November tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Durban, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 98 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 79%  
SunshineSunshine 190 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in South Africa in December

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

Map not visible? Whoops sorry! Please refresh the page.
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 Durban in December?

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 in December.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Durban.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to South Africa? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in South Africa. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.