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Abu Simbel Weather in December

During December, Abu Simbel experiences high daytime temperatures of 25°C (77°F) and cooler nights around 13°C (55°F). As part of the winter season, minimal rainfall is to be expected.

Rainfall in Abu Simbel in December

Typically, you can expect about 0 days of rain this month, with 0 mm (0 in) on average.

Temperature in Abu Simbel in December

The perfect temperature in Abu Simbel in December makes it a solid month to visit, with 25°C (77°F) during the day and 13°C (55°F) at night. The winter season is characteristic of December. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. Nights cool down to 13°C (55°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.

Sunshine in Abu Simbel in December

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 295 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Abu Simbel.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February and December typically offer the best weather for Abu Simbel.

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Abu Simbel Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 25°C (77°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 0%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 0 mm (0 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 0 days  
HumidityHumidity 43% *  
SunshineSunshine 295 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 93% *  
* Data from: Wadi Halfa, Sudan (63 KM, 39 Miles).

Daily Historical Temperatures

33-year average (1990-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Abu Simbel typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 25°C (77°F). Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 12°C (54°F) to 16°C (61°F).

Average temperatures in December

Historical weather for Abu Simbel in December

Browse day-by-day weather records for Abu Simbel spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Abu Simbel historical weather extremes in December

Based on 26 years of weather observations in Abu Simbel between 1999 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.

  • On December 2, 2013, temperatures climbed to 36°C (97°F), marking the warmest December day on record.
  • The coldest December day was on December 11, 2004, with a maximum of 13°C (55°F).
  • Nighttime temperatures dropped to 6°C (43°F) on December 15, 2010, marking the coldest December night on record.

Best Places in Egypt 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 Abu Simbel in December

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in December. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Abu Simbel in December

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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