Somalia

Somalia Weather in December

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

Thinking about venturing to Somalia 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 Somalia in December

Somalia has a wide variety of climate types. During December, you can expect temperatures that range from warm to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Hargeisa at 26°C (79°F) to very hot in Bardera at 37°C (99°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Bardera and 14°C (57°F) in Hargeisa. On average, December is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year in Hargeisa.

To explore the conditions in Somalia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Las- Anod with an average of 5 mm (0.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Hobyo with 43 mm (1.7 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Somalia 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).

Popular Destinations in Somalia

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

Temperature range in Somalia (December)

Precipitation variation in Somalia (December)

Hargeisa

In December Hargeisa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
5.9 mm (0.2 in)
5.4 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Bardera

In December Bardera generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
37°C (99°F)
38°C (100°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
5.6 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions

Belet Uen

In December Belet Uen generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
7.8 mm (0.3 in)
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions

Bosaso

In December Bosaso generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
4.9 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions

Chisimayo

In December Chisimayo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
223 hours
215 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
3 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hobyo 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Las- Anod 31°C (88°F) 17°C (63°F) 5 mm (0.2 in)
Bosaso 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Bardera 37°C (99°F) 24°C (75°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Mogadishu 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Hargeisa 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 5.9 mm (0.2 in)

Somalia weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Somalia in December?

In December, Somalia generally has excellent weather conditions. Hargeisa sees daytime temperatures near 26°C (79°F), with nights cooling to roughly 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in Somalia in December?

Daytime temperatures in Hargeisa peak at roughly 26°C (79°F) in December, dropping to about 14°C (57°F) overnight.

Does Somalia get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Somalia during December, with Hargeisa averaging close to 5.9 mm (0.2 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Somalia?

We consider December to be one of the best times to travel to Somalia. Typically, the climate in Hargeisa is excellent.

On average, the best time to visit Somalia is in January, February, October, November and December with generally excellent weather in Hargeisa. On the other hand, the weather in April and May tend to be good.

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