Libya Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Libya in December.

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Are you planning a trip a to Libya in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Libya in December

December in Libya generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are pleasant and range from 19°C (66°F) in Derna to 21°C (70°F) in Kufra. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Kufra and 10°C (50°F) in Derna.

For specific regional insights in Libya, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Kufra with an average of 0.3 mm (0.01 in) to moderate rainfall in Tripoli with 57 mm (2.2 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Tripoli as an example - it receives around 170 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Libya — and find the best time to visit. (based on Tripoli)

January18°C (64°F) February18°C (64°F) March20°C (68°F) April23°C (73°F) May26°C (79°F) This monthJune29°C (84°F) July31°C (88°F) August32°C (90°F) September31°C (88°F) October28°C (82°F) November23°C (73°F) December19°C (66°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Libya in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Libya.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Libya

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Libya?

Temperature range in Libya (December)

Precipitation variation in Libya (December)

Tripoli

In December Tripoli generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
170 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Tripoli →

Derna

In December Derna generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
146 hours
152 hours
Monthly rainfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Derna →

Hon

In December Hon generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
2.2 mm (0.1 in)
2.9 mm (0.1 in)
5.9 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Kufra

In December Kufra generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
297 hours
260 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
0 mm (0 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kufra →

Sabha

In December Sabha generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
257 hours
251 hours
262 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
3.4 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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In our records: Libya December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Libya in our climate database (1981 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest December daytime high in Libya was 7°C (45°F) in Tripoli on December 26, 2005.
  • From our sources, the wettest December day in Libya brought 45 mm (1.8 in) in Zuara on December 20, 2017.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Libya in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tripoli 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Zuara 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Hon 20°C (68°F) 8°C (46°F) 2.9 mm (0.1 in)
Derna 19°C (66°F) 10°C (50°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Sabha 20°C (68°F) 7°C (45°F) 1.6 mm (0.1 in)
Sirte 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)

Libya weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Libya in December?

Libya typically experiences pleasant weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Tripoli average around 19°C (66°F), and temperatures drop to about 13°C (55°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Libya in December?

Daytime temperatures in Tripoli peak at roughly 19°C (66°F) in December, dropping to about 13°C (55°F) overnight.

Does Libya get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Libya during December, with Tripoli averaging close to 57 mm (2.2 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Libya?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Libya with often pleasant weather in Tripoli.

Generally speaking, March, April, May, June, October and November provide perfect weather in Tripoli.

Interested in more climate information?

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