Pakistan weather in December
Considering a trip to Pakistan this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Pakistan in December?
In December, Pakistan experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from very cold to warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate. The month of December is in the winter season.
During the day the temperature is very cold in Gilgit at -8°C and warm in Karachi at 28°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 16°C in Karachi and -17°C in Gilgit.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Hyderabad with an average of 2.2 mm to moderate rainfall in Gilgit with 69 mm. Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 184 hours of sunlight anticipated in Lahore. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.
For specific regional insights in Pakistan for December, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Pakistan climate page.
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Average weather in Lahore
In December Lahore generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Islamabad
In December Islamabad generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Karachi
In December Karachi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Rawalpindi
In December Rawalpindi generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Bahawalpur
In December Bahawalpur generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is December the best time to visit Pakistan?
We consider December to be one of the best times to travel to Pakistan. Typically, the climate in Lahore is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, January, February, March, November and December provide perfect weather in Lahore. The weather in April, June, July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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