Kathu weather in December (Northern Cape, South Africa)

How does the December weather in Kathu compare to other months? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Kathu includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. December marks the summer season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 33°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 18°C. Prepare for the warmest month of the year with plenty of summer clothes. Whether you're relaxing or active, staying cool and protected is key.

Precipitation

Kathu in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 58 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 5 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 310 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Kathu.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Kathu. April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kathu, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 33°C  

Chance of Rain 17%  

Precipitation 58 mm  

Rainy days 5 days  

Humidity 44% *  

Sunshine 310 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 72% *  

Data from: Kuruman, 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

Precipitation

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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.

What To Do

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

8/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Kathu.

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 travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.