Temperature in Western Cape in December

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

Western Cape, South Africa, a region in South Africa, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 20°C (68°F) in Paternoster to 32°C (90°F) in Merweville. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in Merweville and 17°C (63°F) in Paternoster.

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

Discover the typical December temperatures for the most popular locations of Western 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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Western Cape temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

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

Cape Town averages a daytime high of 24°C (75°F) in December, which is high for Western Cape, South Africa.

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

Cape Town sees nighttime lows close to 16°C (61°F) in December.

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

Based on our systematic data collection, Merweville has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 32°C (90°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 16°C (61°F).

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

For the month of December, Paternoster is the most temperate city in Western Cape, South Africa based on our records. Highs average 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 17°C (63°F).

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

The weather is predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 334 hours of sunshine in Cape Town. This means many sunny days, which creates a cheerful atmosphere during this month.

What is the water temperature in December?

The water temperature averages approximately 18°C (64°F) in Cape Town this month, still a bit cool to swim, though some enjoy a refreshing dip.

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