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Goukamma Weather in December

December in Goukamma sees daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and lows of 17°C (63°F) at night. The excellent weather makes it a good time to visit.

Rainfall in Goukamma in December

Rain is expected on roughly 11 days, totalling around 51 mm (2 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Goukamma in December

December tends to be one of the excellent months in Goukamma, with 23°C (73°F) in the afternoon and 17°C (63°F) overnight. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. At 17°C (63°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Goukamma in December

With approximately 345 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances for Goukamma.

Goukamma Temperature in December

Min Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Max Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Chance of Rain
35%
Precipitation
51 mm (2 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Sunshine
345 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Knysna, South Africa (9 KM, 5 Miles).

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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 Goukamma in December

For Goukamma in December, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Goukamma in December

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

  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Barbeque
    9/10
  • Camping
    8/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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