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Stellenbosch & Franschhoek in December
Stellenbosch & Franschhoek warms up: highs climb to 78°F (26°C), from 73°F in November, with lows of 60°F (15°C) and about 0.8 in (20 mm) of rain.
December opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 100/100 (2nd of 12).
- Avg high
- 78°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 60°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 0.8 in (20 mm)
- Humidity
- 67%
- Cloud cover
- 27%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 15 min
- Comfort score
- 100/100 · Great
What December feels like
Days are warm, averaging 78°F (26°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 60°F (15°C).
Rain is scarce: about 0.8 in (20 mm) for the whole month.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 27%.
Plan around December
December is one of Stellenbosch & Franschhoek's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: October and December – April.
- Longest days of the year, about 14 h 15 min of daylight.
- Comfort improves from 97/100 in November to 100/100.
- December sits inside the Oct – Apr window our Cape Town, Winelands & Garden Route recommends.
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clothes78°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Stellenbosch & Franschhoek in December
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Huguenot Monument
Monument and museum honoring the French Huguenots who settled the Franschhoek valley in 1688.
Babylonstoren
Cape Dutch farm with a huge working fruit and vegetable garden, a farm-to-table restaurant and wine cellar.
Why now December scores 100/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Jonkershoek Nature Reserve
Mountain valley just outside Stellenbosch with trails to waterfalls and a scenic drive.
Why now Highs near 78°F and 0.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Tokara
Estate on the Helshoogte Pass with a restaurant, deli, olive oils and modern art over the vineyards.
Dorp Street
Oak-shaded street of Cape Dutch and Georgian houses in Stellenbosch's historic center.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in December
- Cape Town in December~25 mi · highs 69°F, 0.5 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Knysna & Plettenberg Bay in December~240 mi · highs 80°F, 1.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Stellenbosch & Franschhoek in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Stellenbosch & Franschhoek?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 100/100. Expect highs of 78°F (26°C) and 0.8 in (20 mm) of rain. December is inside the Oct – Apr window our Cape Town, Winelands & Garden Route recommends.
How hot is Stellenbosch & Franschhoek in December?
Average highs are 78°F (26°C) and average lows 60°F (15°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Stellenbosch & Franschhoek in December?
Not much: about 0.8 in (20 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.9 in (734 mm).
What should I pack for Stellenbosch & Franschhoek in December?
Bring light, breathable clothes (78°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Stellenbosch & Franschhoek
Routes in season in December
- Cape Town, Winelands & Garden Route Oct – Apr
Planning Stellenbosch & Franschhoek in December?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.