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Mogadishu weather in December (Somalia)

Is Mogadishu a good destination in December, weather-wise? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

During December, Mogadishu usually has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 31°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 25°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Precipitation

Mogadishu in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 32 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 2 days.

Average sunshine

With approximately 259 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Mogadishu. January, February, March, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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Mogadishu, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 8%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 32 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 2 days  
HumidityHumidity 79%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 m/s  
SunshineSunshine 259 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Somalia in December

Find out more about the weather in Somalia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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In December generally
pleasant weather
with very high temperatures
and moderate monthly rainfall

More information

Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

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So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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