Rietfontein weather in December (North West, South Africa)

How is December weather typically in Rietfontein? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Rietfontein includes high temperatures and high rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 29°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 18°C. Note that these temperatures are average, but some days may be hotter. Dress in cool, breathable fabrics to stay comfortable in the heat.

Precipitation

Rietfontein in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 124 mm for the month. The month brings the most rain, so be prepared with an umbrella for the occasional shower. Rain is expected on roughly 12 days.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 276 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Rietfontein. March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Rietfontein climate page with graphs.

 

Rietfontein, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 41%  

Precipitation 124 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 61% *  

Sunshine 276 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Pretoria, South Africa (73 KM, 45 Miles).

Where to go in South Africa in December

Find out more about the weather in South Africa and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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