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Temperature in KwaZulu-Natal in December

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, a region in South Africa, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 22°C (72°F) in Drakensberg Garden to 31°C (88°F) in Jozini. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Jozini and 10°C (50°F) in Drakensberg Garden.

What is the temperature of the different cities in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa in December?

Discover the typical December temperatures for the most popular locations of KwaZulu-Natal on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

KwaZulu-Natal Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in KwaZulu-Natal - and find the best time to visit. See also: KwaZulu-Natal weather by month.

January

28°C (82°F)View January → February

28°C (82°F)View February → March

28°C (82°F)View March → April

26°C (79°F)View April → May

25°C (77°F)View May → June

24°C (75°F)View June → July

23°C (73°F)View July → August

24°C (75°F)View August → September

24°C (75°F)View September → This monthOctober

24°C (75°F)View October → November

25°C (77°F)View November → December

27°C (81°F)View December →

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Best Places to Visit in KwaZulu-Natal in December

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Temperatures Precipitation

Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

KwaZulu-Natal temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa in December?

Daytime temperatures in Durban typically peak at 27°C (81°F) in December, putting it in the high range.

How cold does it get at night in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa in December?

Durban sees nighttime lows close to 21°C (70°F) in December.

What is the warmest city in December in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa?

Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Jozini is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 31°C (88°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 21°C (70°F).

What is the coldest city in December in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa?

In our database, Drakensberg Garden is the chilliest city in December in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 22°C (72°F), while the nighttime lows hover around 10°C (50°F).

How much sun does KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa get in December?

Durban enjoys close to 190 hours of sunlight. This not only brightens the days but also uplifts the atmosphere during the month.

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