Victoria Falls Weather in December
Victoria Falls in December sees very high temperatures, with highs around 31°C (88°F) and overnight lows of 20°C (68°F). With the rainy season in full effect, expect around 179 mm (7 in) of rainfall and regular showers throughout the month.
Rainfall in Victoria Falls in December
As part of the rainy season, Victoria Falls sees around 14 days of rain in December, with an average of 179 mm (7 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.
Temperature in Victoria Falls in December
Temperatures in Victoria Falls in December top out at 31°C (88°F) and drop to 20°C (68°F) overnight. Indoor breaks or shaded spots can make the warmer part of the day much more comfortable. At 20°C (68°F) overnight, nights are warm enough to sit outside comfortably in light clothing.
Sunshine in Victoria Falls in December
The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 210 hours of sunshine. Rain is often only seen in the afternoon or evening, leaving clear skies for most of the day. This results in rainy months that still feel bright and are suitable for travel.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May, June and July typically offer the best circumstances for Victoria Falls.
Victoria Falls Temperature in December
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Victoria Falls in December
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in December. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
What To Do in Victoria Falls in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming8/10 -
Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping6/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
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