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Kimberley weather in December (Northern Cape, South Africa)

What should you pack for a trip to Kimberley in December? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Kimberley includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is a notable month of the summer season. Anticipate daytime highs near 34°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 18°C. Known as the warmest month of the year, it's a great time to break out your summer wardrobe. Remember to stay hydrated and enjoy the sunny weather.

Precipitation

Kimberley in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 64 mm for the month. Typically around 8 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 329 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

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

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

 

Kimberley, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 34°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 26%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 64 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 42%  
SunshineSunshine 329 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

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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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
9/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
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 Kimberley.

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.