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Mount Kilimanjaro Weather in December
Mount Kilimanjaro in December sees high daytime temperatures of 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows of 14°C (57°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 400 mm (16 in) of rainfall for the month.
Rainfall in Mount Kilimanjaro in December
Mount Kilimanjaro is in the rainy season in December, with rain on around 20 days and an average of 400 mm (16 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours.
Temperature in Mount Kilimanjaro in December
Daytime temperatures in Mount Kilimanjaro reach 22°C (72°F) in December, dropping to 14°C (57°F) at night. Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. Nights cool down to 14°C (57°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Mount Kilimanjaro. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Mount Kilimanjaro Temperature in December
Min Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Max Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Chance of Rain
66%
Precipitation
400 mm (16 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Mount Kilimanjaro Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
43-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Mount Kilimanjaro typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 22°C (72°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 18°C (64°F).
Average temperatures in December
Daily Historical Precipitation
43-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in December
Historical weather records for Mount Kilimanjaro in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Mount Kilimanjaro spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Mount Kilimanjaro historical weather extremes in December
According to our 20 years of weather records for Mount Kilimanjaro, the following extremes were recorded between 2005 and 2025.
- Mount Kilimanjaro recorded its highest December temperature of 35°C (95°F) on December 10, 2005.
- Mount Kilimanjaro experienced its chilliest December day on December 11, 2008, reaching only 20°C (68°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in December was 6°C (43°F) (December 30, 2025).
- The heaviest December precipitation occurred on December 28, 2019, when 147 mm (5.8 in) of precipitation fell.
Best Places in Tanzania in December
Find out more about the weather in Tanzania and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Tanzania in December →
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Mount Kilimanjaro in December
Pleasant temperatures in December mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!
What To Do in Mount Kilimanjaro in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Camping6/10
Mount Kilimanjaro 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in December
Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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32°C (90°F) Paje
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