Weather in December in North West
Considering a trip to North West this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in North West in December?
North West is a region in South Africa. December in North West generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Magaliesburg at 27°C to very warm in Madikwe Game Reserve at 32°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C in Madikwe Game Reserve and 16°C in Magaliesburg. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Mahikeng with an average of 86 mm to high rainfall in Magaliesburg with 139 mm. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Hartbeespoort.Average sunshine
The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 276 hours of sunshine in Hartbeespoort. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.For a closer look at December's conditions in North West, see the map below. For a more detailed look at North West's yearly weather, check out our North West climate page.
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What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in North West?
Hartbeespoort
In December Hartbeespoort generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Mahikeng
In December Mahikeng generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Rustenburg
In December Rustenburg generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Klerksdorp
In December Klerksdorp generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Magaliesburg
In December Magaliesburg generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in North West, in South Africa.
Is December the best time to visit North West?
In our opinion, December is a good time to visit North West with overall pleasant weather in Hartbeespoort.
On average, the best time to visit North West is in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November with generally perfect weather in Hartbeespoort. On the other hand, the months of January and February tend to have tolerable weather conditions.
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