Temperature in Northern Cape in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Northern Cape, South Africa this December.

Northern Cape, South Africa, a region in South Africa, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 28°C (82°F) in Sutherland to 36°C (97°F) in Keimoes. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Keimoes and 13°C (55°F) in Sutherland. In December, it is summer.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Northern Cape, South Africa in December?

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

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

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

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Northern Cape temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Northern Cape, South Africa in December?

Upington averages a daytime high of 36°C (97°F) in December, which is extremely high for Northern Cape, South Africa.

How cold does it get at night in Northern Cape, South Africa in December?

Average overnight lows in Northern Cape, South Africa during December sit near 20°C (68°F) in Upington.

What is the warmest city in December in Northern Cape, South Africa?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Keimoes clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 36°C (97°F), and evenings that remain near 20°C (68°F).

What is the coldest city in December in Northern Cape, South Africa?

The coldest city in December in Northern Cape, South Africa is Sutherland when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around 28°C (82°F) and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around 13°C (55°F).

How much sun does Northern Cape, South Africa get in December?

The weather is predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 368 hours of sunshine in Upington. This means many sunny days, which creates a cheerful atmosphere during this month.

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