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

What's the typical weather in Elgin for December? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

In December, Elgin typically experiences very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 31°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 20°C. These are average temperatures, but occasional heat spikes are possible. Stay comfortable by wearing light clothing and drinking water.

Precipitation

Elgin in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 91 mm for the month. You can typically expect 9 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Elgin, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 29%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 91 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 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.

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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
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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