Sutherland weather in December (Northern Cape, South Africa)

Curious about the climate in Sutherland this December? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

The weather in Sutherland during December is usually perfect, offering high temperatures and low rainfall. December is typically considered a summer month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 28°C. But by evening, they drop to around 13°C.

Precipitation

Sutherland in December usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 25 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 3 days of rain.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Sutherland, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 13°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 10%  

Precipitation 25 mm  

Rainy days 3 days  

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

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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.

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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