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Swartfontein weather in December (South Africa)

What should you pack for a trip to Swartfontein in December? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

In December, Swartfontein typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 28°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 17°C.

Precipitation

Swartfontein in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 194 mm for the month. You can typically expect 12 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Swartfontein. April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Swartfontein, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 194 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 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.

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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.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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