Sunset Beach Weather in December

Sunset Beach in December sees high temperatures, with highs around 25°C (77°F) and overnight lows of 17°C (63°F). Overall perfect conditions make it one of the better months to visit.

Rainfall in Sunset Beach in December

Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 5 days of rain, averaging 17 mm (0.7 in). Rain is scarce this month and when it does fall, it tends to be light. Unlikely to disrupt plans significantly.

Temperature in Sunset Beach in December

Sunset Beach in December has perfect weather. Days reach 25°C (77°F) and nights cool to 17°C (63°F). Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. Nights drop to around 17°C (63°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Sunset Beach in December

The month enjoys around 334 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in Sunset Beach in December

December has wind speeds averaging 5 m/s (10 knots). You can expect gentle to moderate winds that move small trees and make flags wave steadily on typical days. Conditions typically range from light breezes to moderate winds.

Average water temperature in December

The water temperature is 18°C (64°F). It's not warm, but most people find it perfectly fine for a swim once they're in.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, December is one of the best months to visit Sunset Beach.

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Sunset Beach Temperature in December

Min Temperature 17°C (63°F)  

Max Temperature 25°C (77°F)  

Water Temperature 18°C (64°F) *  

Chance of Rain 18%  

Precipitation 17 mm (0.7 in)  

Rainy days 5 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Windspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  

Sunshine 334 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Cape Town, South Africa (15 KM, 9 Miles).

What to Wear in Sunset Beach in December

For Sunset Beach in December, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. The water temperature sits at about 18°C (64°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Sunset Beach in December

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

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Barbeque

9/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
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• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit South Africa, check out our Sunset Beach's climate page.

More climate data for Sunset Beach

Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp

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