December · Eswatini
Best time to visit Manzini in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Manzini in December
Average temperature 23°C, 171 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.7/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 171 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Manzini scores 6.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 23°C, 171 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Manzini is Eswatini's busy commercial and transport center, known for its large market and useful position between the airport, Ezulwini, and Malkerns.
December in Manzini — middling scores, decent value
December averages 23°C (73°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Monthly rainfall reaches 171 mm — wet for this destination — but about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 6.7/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 9.8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? August scores 3.1 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Manzini in December?
- In December, Manzini averages 23°C, 171 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.7/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Manzini?
- December earns a 6.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Manzini in December?
- Expect about 171 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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