Grootfontein in December
6.4out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Hot: daytime highs around 30°C. Very wet: about 16 rainy days.
30°CAvg high
19°CAvg low
16Rainy days (117 mm)
13:11 hDaylight
06:08Sunrise · 19:19 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 30°C
- Very wet: about 16 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.2 days)
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in December varies a lot between years (±5.2 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C | 19°C | 165 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.4 |
| February | 28°C | 18°C | 149 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.6 |
| March | 28°C | 17°C | 112 mm | 15 | – | – | 7.0 |
| April | 27°C | 15°C | 33 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| May | 25°C | 11°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.0 |
| June | 23°C | 8°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| July | 23°C | 8°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| August | 27°C | 11°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| September | 31°C | 15°C | 5 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.5 |
| October | 32°C | 18°C | 23 mm | 5 | – | – | 7.5 |
| November | 31°C | 19°C | 72 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.8 |
| December | 30°C | 19°C | 117 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.4 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Grootfontein in December?
Daytime highs average 30°C and nights about 19°C.
When is the best time to visit Grootfontein?
The best months are June, July, August, May.