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Swartruggens weather in December (North West, South Africa)

How is the weather in Swartruggens in December? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In December, Swartruggens generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 30°C. But by evening, they drop to around 18°C. On average, it is the warmest month of the year. So be prepared and pack summer clothes. Embrace the warmth, but always stay equipped with your summer essentials to make the most of this toasty month.

Swartruggens in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 116 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. Rain is expected on roughly 11 days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Swartruggens. March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While December tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Swartruggens, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 36%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 116 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  

Where to go in South Africa in December

Find out more about the weather in South Africa in December and which places have the best weather 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 in December.

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

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