Swimming in Richards Bay in december 2024: Average sea temperature in december and tide times in december 2024

Average sea temperature in Richards Bay in december 2024.

In december, according to seasonal norms, the sea temperature in Richards Bay is:

Minimum: 76°F

Average: 78°F

Maximum: 80°F

Other useful seasonal weather averages in december:

  • Outside temperature: 74°F to 79°F
  • Most common weather: "Clear/Sunny"
  • The wind blows at 14.9mph
  • It rains a total of 7in, over 9 day(s).

Should we swim in Richards Bay in december?

Yes! The water temperature in Richards Bay in december is pleasant

Swimming in december is pleasant in Richards Bay and the surrounding area. The sea temperature is 78°F on average (min/max: 76°F/80°F), allowing you to swim for a long time and enjoy water sports.

Note also that in december, the climate is good with an average outside temperature of 77°F, 7in of precipitation (over 9 days) and 81.43 % humidity.

Water and normal seasonal temperatures in Richards Bay in december

December
Average sea temperature 78°F
Minimum sea temperature 76°F
Maximum sea temperature 80°F
Average outside temperature 77°F
Maximum outside temperature 81°F
Minimum outside temperature 76°F
Wind speed 17.4mph
Wind temperature 76°F
Precipitation 7in
Number of days of rain 9 jour(s)
(30%)
Humidity 82%
Visibility in kilometers 9.07km
Cloud cover 54%
Our opinion pleasant swimming

Chart of the tides in december 2024

Tide times in december 2024 in Richards Bay

Swim elsewhere in South Africa in december

City Average T° Max. T° Our opinion
Cape Town in december65°F68°Fcool swimming
Durban in december77°F81°Fpleasant swimming
Port Elizabeth (South Africa) in december71°F74°Fpleasant swimming
Coffee Bay in december76°F79°Fpleasant swimming
East London in december75°F77°Fpleasant swimming
George in december68°F70°Fcool swimming
Margate in december76°F79°Fpleasant swimming
Port Nolloth in december62°F66°Fcold swimming
Ballito (Dolphin Coast) in december77°F81°Fpleasant swimming
Hermanus in december67°F70°Fcool swimming
Knysna in december68°F72°Fcool swimming
Mossel Bay in december68°F70°Fcool swimming
Plettenberg Bay in december68°F72°Fcool swimming

Swim in South Africa in december: sea temperature by city

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