December Rainfall and Precipitation in The Karoo
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in the Karoo, 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 Karoo precipitation in December: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does the Karoo, South Africa receive in December?
In December, Oudtshoorn typically receives modest rainfall, around 36 mm (1.4 in), making this a relatively dry month.
How many days does it rain in the Karoo, South Africa in December?
On average, Oudtshoorn has about 6 days days of rain in December.
Is December part of the rainy season in the Karoo, South Africa?
December is generally a drier month for the Karoo, South Africa, falling outside the main rainy season.
What is the wettest city in December in the Karoo, South Africa?
Looking at our data, Barrydale tops the wettest-cities list in the Karoo, South Africa for December, with monthly rainfall averaging 41 mm (1.6 in).
What is the driest city in December in the Karoo, South Africa?
The driest place is Sutherland with an average rainfall of 25 mm (1 in) according to our data.
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