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Plattekloof weather in December (Western Cape, South Africa)

How is the weather in Plattekloof in December? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Plattekloof the weather in December is generally perfect, with high temperatures and low rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 25°C, while night temperatures can drop to 16°C.

Plattekloof in December usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 20 mm for the month. Typically around 5 days of rainfall is expected.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 334 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a great time to visit. January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June and July tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Plattekloof, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 25°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 18°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 18%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 20 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 5 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 334 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Cape Town, South Africa (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Where to go in South Africa in December

Find out more about the weather in South Africa in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Plattekloof in December?

For visitors traveling to Plattekloof, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. With a water temperature of around 18°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

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

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