Cape Town

South Africa

☀️
24°C (75°F)
Feels like 24°C (75°F)

December Weather Details

🌡️ Temperature

Daytime Highs
24°C
(75°F)
Nighttime Lows
16°C
(61°F)

Warm and sunny with a feels-like temperature of 24°C (75°F) .

🌧️ Rainfall

Low

December rainfall patterns vary by location. Check local forecasts for specific precipitation amounts.

💧 Humidity

71% Average

Humidity levels affect how the temperature feels. Higher humidity makes warm temperatures feel hotter.

☀️ Sunshine

8-9 hours daily

December is early summer in the southern hemisphere, with some of the longest days of the year.

🌊 Ocean & Beaches

Water Temperature
15° C
( 59 °F)
Surf Conditions
Moderate to rough

Atlantic Ocean beaches are cool but perfect for surfing and coastal walks

Temperature, humidity and rainfall are December averages for 2015–2024 (water temperature: Decembers 2022–2024) from Open-Meteo (ERA5 reanalysis), licensed CC BY 4.0.

🎯 Popular Activities

Activities

  • Beach activities
  • Hiking
  • Food tours
  • Wine tours
  • Cultural experiences

Attractions

  • Table Mountain
  • Robben Island
  • V&A Waterfront
  • Cape of Good Hope
  • Boulders Beach

💰 Cost of Living

$1,800
estimated per month
SOLO TRAVELERS

📶 Internet Speed

35
Mbps
Estimated average speed

📊 Quick Facts

Weather Warm and sunny
Humidity 71%

✅ December Summary

December in Cape Town offers warm and sunny weather with temperatures ranging from 16°C (61°F) to 24°C (75°F). The humidity is around 71% and you can expect 8-9 hours daily. Popular activities include Beach activities, Hiking, Food tours and more. For digital nomads, the cost of living is approximately $1,800 per month and internet speeds average 35 Mbps.