Pretoria Weather in December

December in Pretoria brings high temperatures around 29°C (84°F) during the day, dropping to 18°C (64°F) at night, with the most rainfall of the year.

Rainfall in Pretoria in December

With the most rainfall occurring this month, it's practical to keep an umbrella handy for sudden downpours. Typically around 14 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 119 mm (4.7 in) for the month. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in Pretoria in December

Daytime temperatures in Pretoria reach 29°C (84°F) in December, dropping to 18°C (64°F) at night. Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. With overnight lows of 18°C (64°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in Pretoria in December

There are approximately 276 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Pretoria. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.