December Rainfall and Precipitation in The Garden Route
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in the Garden Route, South Africa in December.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
The Garden Route precipitation in December: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does the Garden Route, South Africa receive in December?
Knysna stays mostly dry in December, with average rainfall close to 51 mm (2 in).
How many days does it rain in the Garden Route, South Africa in December?
Expect around 11 days rainy days in Knysna during December.
Is December part of the rainy season in the Garden Route, South Africa?
December is generally a drier month for the Garden Route, South Africa, falling outside the main rainy season.
What is the wettest city in December in the Garden Route, South Africa?
In our database, Wilderness stands out as having an average rainfall level of 52 mm (2 in), making it the wettest location.
What is the driest city in December in the Garden Route, South Africa?
Based on our database, Mossel Bay sees the least rainfall in the Garden Route, South Africa in December, with around 40 mm (1.6 in) on average.
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