Midrand weather in December (Gauteng, South Africa)

Looking to travel to Midrand in December? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Midrand typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 27°C. But by evening, they drop to around 16°C.

Midrand in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 123 mm for the month. Since this is the rainiest month of the year, it's a good idea to carry an umbrella just in case. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 14 days of rain.

With around 276 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Midrand. March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Midrand, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 16°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 123 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 61% *  

Sunshine 276 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Pretoria, South Africa (25 KM, 15 Miles).

Where to go in South Africa in December

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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 Midrand in December?

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 in December.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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