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Nigel Weather in December

December in Nigel brings high temperatures, with highs of 27°C (81°F) and nights dropping to 15°C (59°F). It's the rainiest month of the year, so come prepared with waterproof gear.

Rainfall in Nigel in December

This month sees the most rain, so carrying an umbrella will ensure you stay dry. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 13 days with rain, averaging 149 mm (5.9 in) for the month. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in Nigel in December

December in Nigel sees highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 15°C (59°F) overnight. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. Nights cool down to 15°C (59°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 Nigel in December

There are approximately 264 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best weather for Nigel.

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Nigel Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C (81°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 45%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 149 mm (5.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 66% *  
SunshineSunshine 264 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 61% *  
* Data from: Johannesburg, South Africa (49 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 Nigel in December

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in December. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Nigel in December

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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