Ritchie weather in December (South Africa)

What is the weather forecast for Ritchie in December? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Ritchie includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. During December, you’ll experience the summer season. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 34°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 18°C. Prepare for the warmest month of the year with plenty of summer clothes. Whether you're relaxing or active, staying cool and protected is key.

Precipitation

Ritchie in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 57 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 7 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 329 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Ritchie. April, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Ritchie, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 34°C  

Chance of Rain 22%  

Precipitation 57 mm  

Rainy days 7 days  

Humidity 42% *  

Sunshine 329 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Kimberley, South Africa (35 KM, 22 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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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