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

How is December weather typically in Ladysmith? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Ladysmith includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 29°C. At night, it falls to around 16°C. With these average temperatures, expect occasional spikes in warmth. Wear light fabrics and stay cool by hydrating regularly.

Precipitation

Ladysmith in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 169 mm for the month. The heaviest rainfall of the year happens this month, with frequent showers. A poncho is your best bet to stay dry. This month experiences about 14 days of rain according to historical data.

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

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

 

Ladysmith, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 169 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 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
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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