Rustenburg in December
6.9out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C. Very wet: about 15 rainy days.
29°CAvg high
17°CAvg low
15Rainy days (112 mm)
13:36 hDaylight
05:19Sunrise · 18:55 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C
- Very wet: about 15 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- 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 (±3.8 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 | 18°C | 94 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.1 |
| February | 29°C | 18°C | 89 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.5 |
| March | 27°C | 16°C | 70 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| April | 25°C | 13°C | 33 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| May | 23°C | 8°C | 17 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| June | 20°C | 5°C | 7 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.7 |
| July | 20°C | 5°C | 3 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.7 |
| August | 23°C | 8°C | 7 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.9 |
| September | 27°C | 12°C | 14 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| October | 29°C | 15°C | 49 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.1 |
| November | 29°C | 16°C | 74 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| December | 29°C | 17°C | 112 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Rustenburg in December?
Daytime highs average 29°C and nights about 17°C.
When is the best time to visit Rustenburg?
The best months are August, May, September, June.