Heidelberg weather in December (Gauteng, South Africa)

Interested in knowing the climate of Heidelberg in December? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Heidelberg includes high temperatures and high rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 27°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 16°C.

Precipitation

Heidelberg in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 150 mm for the month. Given that this is the rainiest month, it's wise to carry an umbrella to stay dry during unexpected showers. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 13 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

With around 264 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Heidelberg. March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Heidelberg, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 16°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 45%  

Precipitation 150 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 66% *  

Sunshine 264 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 61% *  

Data from: Johannesburg, South Africa (45 KM, 28 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

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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

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