Limpopo Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Limpopo, South Africa in December.

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Hoedspruit Polokwane Mica Makalali Game Reserve

Are you planning a trip a to Limpopo, South Africa in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Limpopo in December

Limpopo, South Africa is a region in South Africa. December in Limpopo generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Haenertsburg at 27°C (81°F) and very warm in Musina at 33°C (91°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Musina and 17°C (63°F) in Haenertsburg. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

To explore the conditions in Limpopo, South Africa in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Musina with an average of 81 mm (3.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Magoebaskloof with 178 mm (7 in).

Explore Limpopo by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Limpopo - and find the best time to visit. (based on Hoedspruit)

January31°C (88°F) February32°C (90°F) March31°C (88°F) April29°C (84°F) May28°C (82°F) June26°C (79°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August27°C (81°F) September29°C (84°F) October30°C (86°F) November30°C (86°F) December31°C (88°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Limpopo in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Limpopo.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Limpopo

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Limpopo, South Africa?

Temperature range in Limpopo (December)

Precipitation variation in Limpopo (December)

Hoedspruit

In December Hoedspruit generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
very good
good
good
Climate in Hoedspruit →

Polokwane

In December Polokwane generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
255 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
very good
Climate in Polokwane →

Mica

In December Mica generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
Climate in Mica →

Makalali Game Reserve

In December Makalali Game Reserve generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
good
Climate in Makalali Game Reserve →

Letsitele

In December Letsitele generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
very good
good
good
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In our records: South Africa December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in South Africa in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest December day in South Africa reached 44°C (111°F) in Kruger National Park on December 13, 2024.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Limpopo in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hoedspruit 31°C (88°F) 21°C (70°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Polokwane 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Mica 32°C (90°F) 21°C (70°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Makalali Game Reserve 31°C (88°F) 21°C (70°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Letsitele 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Alldays 33°C (91°F) 22°C (72°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)

Limpopo weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Limpopo, South Africa in December?

Expect mixed weather across Limpopo, South Africa in December. The popular destination of Hoedspruit averages 31°C (88°F) by day and 21°C (70°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Limpopo, South Africa in December?

In Hoedspruit, the average daytime high in December is 31°C (88°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 21°C (70°F).

Does Limpopo, South Africa get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Limpopo, South Africa. Hoedspruit averages only about 100 mm (3.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Limpopo, South Africa?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Limpopo, South Africa with often good weather in Hoedspruit.

Generally speaking, April, May, June, July, August and September provide excellent weather in Hoedspruit. On the other hand, the weather in January and December tend to be mixed.

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