December Rainfall and Precipitation in KwaZulu-Natal
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in KwaZulu-Natal, 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.
KwaZulu-Natal precipitation in December: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa receive in December?
Durban sees moderate rainfall in December, averaging around 98 mm (3.9 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.
How many days does it rain in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa in December?
On average, Durban has about 15 days days of rain in December.
Is December part of the rainy season in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa?
No. December sits outside the typical rainy season in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, so you can expect drier conditions overall.
What is the wettest city in December in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa?
Bonjaneni is the wettest city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa in December according to our database, with average rainfall of around 344 mm (14 in).
What is the driest city in December in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa?
Based on our database, Mkuze sees the least rainfall in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa in December, with around 89 mm (3.5 in) on average.
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