Skeleton Coast weather in December
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies. Average highs of 21°C and lows of 16°C, with around 1 rainy day expected throughout the month.
While December isn't our top-rated month for Skeleton Coast, it has its own appeal — typically lower prices, fewer crowds, and a more local feel.
Average high
21°C
Average low
16°C
Rainy days
1 days
Best months to visit
February, March, April, May, June, July
What to do in Skeleton Coast in December
Whatever the weather, Skeleton Coast rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
4x4 exploration of shipwreck sites and seal colonies
Hiking on deserted beaches between wrecks
Photographing dramatic coastal landscapes
Visit Flamingo Lagoon with pink bird congregations
Fly along the coast by charter plane
Camp in remote, windswept locations
What to pack for December
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
22C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
February
23C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
March
22C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
April
23C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
May
23C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
June
23C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
July
22C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
August
19C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
September
18C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
October
19C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
November
20C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
December (you are here)
21C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
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