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Natureʼs Valley Weather in December

During December, Natureʼs Valley experiences high daytime temperatures of 23°C (73°F) and cooler nights around 16°C (61°F). Some rainfall is typical during this period.

Rainfall in Natureʼs Valley in December

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 10 days with rain, averaging 57 mm (2.2 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Natureʼs Valley in December

December is one of the better months to visit Natureʼs Valley. Expect 23°C (73°F) during the day and 16°C (61°F) at night. Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. Nights cool down to 16°C (61°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Natureʼs Valley in December

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 345 hours of sun. These sunny conditions add to the overall experience.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a great time to visit.

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Natureʼs Valley Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 23°C (73°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 32%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 57 mm (2.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
SunshineSunshine 345 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Knysna, South Africa (48 KM, 30 Miles).

Best Places in South Africa in December

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Natureʼs Valley in December

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in December. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Natureʼs Valley in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
9/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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