Free State weather in December
Planning a getaway to Free State this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Free State in December?
Free State is a region in South Africa. December in Free State generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. December is a summer month.
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Clarens at 25°C to very warm in Bloemfontein at 32°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C in Bloemfontein and 13°C in Clarens. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Philippolis with an average of 56 mm to heavy rainfall in Van Reenen with 191 mm. Meanwhile, Bloemfontein enjoys close to 320 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Free State in December, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Free State climate page.
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What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Free State?
Bloemfontein
In December Bloemfontein generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Van Reenen
In December Van Reenen generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Harrismith
In December Harrismith generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Philippolis
In December Philippolis generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Sterkfontein Dam
In December Sterkfontein Dam generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Free State, in South Africa.
Is December the best time to visit Free State?
In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Free State due to the typically pleasant weather in Bloemfontein.
On average, the best time to visit Free State is in March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October with generally perfect weather in Bloemfontein.
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