Petrus Steyn weather in December (South Africa)

Is December a good time to explore Petrus Steyn weather-wise? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Petrus Steyn includes high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 27°C, while nights can cool down to about 15°C.

Precipitation

Petrus Steyn in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 156 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. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 14 days days of rain.

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

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

 

Petrus Steyn, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 15°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 45%  

Precipitation 156 mm  

Rainy 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.

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 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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