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Swartruggens weather in December (North West, South Africa)

How is December weather typically in Swartruggens? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Swartruggens includes high temperatures and high rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 30°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 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 warm month.

Precipitation

Swartruggens in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 116 mm for the month. As the month with the most rain, you'll want to have an umbrella with you to manage the frequent showers. 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 and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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. 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

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