Lakeside Weather in December

In Lakeside, December brings pleasant daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), with nights cooling to 17°C (63°F). Some rainfall is to be expected.

Rainfall in Lakeside in December

Past climate data indicates that roughly 6 days will see rain, totalling around 20 mm (0.8 in) for the month. Rain days are few and the total is low, so this is a largely dry month. Any showers that do occur tend to be brief.

Temperature in Lakeside in December

Lakeside in December has perfect weather. Days reach 22°C (72°F) and nights cool to 17°C (63°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. 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 Lakeside in December

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 334 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for playing sports, visiting parks, or going for a bike ride.

Wind Speed in Lakeside in December

Wind speeds average 5 m/s (10 knots) during December. At this speed, gentle to moderate breezes make small trees sway and the wind creates whitecaps on water bodies. Daily variations range from moderate winds to stronger breezes, creating excellent conditions for sailing, kite flying and wind sports.

Average water temperature in December

The water temperature is 18°C (64°F). It's not warm, but most people find it perfectly fine for a swim once they're in.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, December is one of the best months to visit Lakeside.

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Lakeside Temperature in December

Min Temperature 17°C (63°F)  

Max Temperature 22°C (72°F)  

Water Temperature 18°C (64°F) *  

Chance of Rain 21%  

Precipitation 20 mm (0.8 in)  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Windspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  

Sunshine 334 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Cape Town, South Africa (18 KM, 11 Miles).

What to Wear in Lakeside in December

Pleasant temperatures in December mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home. With water temperatures around 18°C (64°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Lakeside 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

10/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit South Africa, check out our Lakeside's climate page.

More climate data for Lakeside

Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp

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