Mpumalanga Weather in December

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

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Mbombela Hazyview Wakkerstroom Burgersfort

Considering a trip to Mpumalanga, South Africa this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Mpumalanga in December

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

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Belfast at 24°C (75°F) to very warm in Klaserie Private Nature Reserve at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Klaserie Private Nature Reserve and 14°C (57°F) in Belfast.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Marble Hall with an average of 81 mm (3.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Sabie with 219 mm (8.6 in).

Explore Mpumalanga by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Mpumalanga — and find the best time to visit. (based on Mbombela)

January28°C (82°F) February28°C (82°F) March28°C (82°F) April26°C (79°F) May25°C (77°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August24°C (75°F) September26°C (79°F) October26°C (79°F) November27°C (81°F) December28°C (82°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Mpumalanga in December

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

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 Mpumalanga

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

Temperature range in Mpumalanga (December)

Precipitation variation in Mpumalanga (December)

Mbombela

In December Mbombela generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
168 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Mbombela →

Hazyview

In December Hazyview generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Hazyview →

Wakkerstroom

In December Wakkerstroom generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
271 hours
299 hours
288 hours
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Wakkerstroom →

Burgersfort

In December Burgersfort generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Burgersfort →

Ohrigstad

In December Ohrigstad 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 pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
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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 Mpumalanga in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mbombela 28°C (82°F) 18°C (64°F) 165 mm (6.5 in)
Hazyview 29°C (84°F) 19°C (66°F) 165 mm (6.5 in)
Wakkerstroom 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 189 mm (7.4 in)
Burgersfort 29°C (84°F) 18°C (64°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Ohrigstad 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Draasloot 28°C (82°F) 18°C (64°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)

Mpumalanga weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

December in Mpumalanga, South Africa brings pleasant weather. In Mbombela, daytime temperatures are typically around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows hover near 18°C (64°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Mbombela peak at roughly 28°C (82°F) in December, dropping to about 18°C (64°F) overnight.

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

Rainfall in Mpumalanga, South Africa peaks during December. Mbombela averages roughly 165 mm (6.5 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

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

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Mpumalanga, South Africa with often pleasant weather in Mbombela.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Mbombela.

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