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Oman Weather in December

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

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Thinking about venturing to Oman this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Oman in December

December in Oman generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate. The month of December is in the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 25°C (77°F) in Khasab to 30°C (86°F) in Al Wāşil. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in Al Wāşil and 21°C (70°F) in Khasab.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Sharqiya Sands with an average of 3.3 mm (0.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Musandam Fjords with 30 mm (1.2 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this December. For example, Muscat gets approximately 270 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Oman in December

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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 Oman

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

Temperature range in Oman (December)

Precipitation variation in Oman (December)

Muscat

In December Muscat generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
292 hours
270 hours
269 hours
Monthly rainfall
11 mm (0.4 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Muscat →

Salalah

In December Salalah generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
305 hours
297 hours
290 hours
Monthly rainfall
11 mm (0.4 in)
3.9 mm (0.2 in)
3.2 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Salalah →

Sur

In December Sur generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
10 mm (0.4 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sur →

Seeb

In December Seeb generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
289 hours
265 hours
271 hours
Monthly rainfall
9.3 mm (0.4 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Seeb →

Sohar

In December Sohar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
257 hours
268 hours
Monthly rainfall
6.4 mm (0.3 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sohar →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Muscat 26°C (79°F) 20°C (68°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Salalah 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 3.9 mm (0.2 in)
Nizwa 27°C (81°F) 15°C (59°F) 6.8 mm (0.3 in)
Al Buraymī 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 4.9 mm (0.2 in)
Mirbāţ 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 6.3 mm (0.2 in)
Masirah Island 26°C (79°F) 23°C (73°F) 5.9 mm (0.2 in)

Oman weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Oman in December?

December in Oman brings perfect weather. In Muscat, daytime temperatures are typically around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows hover near 20°C (68°F).

What is the average temperature in Oman in December?

Daytime temperatures in Muscat peak at roughly 26°C (79°F) in December, dropping to about 20°C (68°F) overnight.

Does Oman get a lot of rain in December?

Not particularly. Muscat averages just 13 mm (0.5 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Oman.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Oman?

We consider December to be one of the best times to travel to Oman. Typically, the climate in Muscat is perfect.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, November and December provide perfect weather in Muscat. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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