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Sheffield Beach Weather in December

In Sheffield Beach, December brings high daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), with nights cooling to 21°C (70°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Sheffield Beach in December

The climate data from previous years indicates about 14 days of rain, averaging 109 mm (4.3 in) for the month. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Sheffield Beach in December

In December, Sheffield Beach gets high temperatures, with highs of 27°C (81°F). Nights cool to around 21°C (70°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights remain mild at 21°C (70°F), making evenings a pleasant time to be outdoors.

Sunshine in Sheffield Beach in December

The city usually sees around 190 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Sheffield Beach.

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Sheffield Beach Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C (70°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C (81°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 109 mm (4.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 79% *  
SunshineSunshine 190 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Durban, South Africa (47 KM, 29 Miles).

Best Places in South Africa in December

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Sheffield Beach in December

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in December. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Sheffield Beach in December

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

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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