Turkmenistan

Turkmenistan Weather in December

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

Thinking about venturing to Turkmenistan 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 Turkmenistan in December

December in Turkmenistan generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with low precipitation. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Türkmenabat at 9°C (48°F) and mild in Esenguly at 14°C (57°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Esenguly and -1°C (30°F) in Türkmenabat.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Turkmenbashi with an average of 11 mm (0.4 in) to low rainfall in Ashgabat with 26 mm (1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Ashgabat gets approximately 104 hours of sunlight in December, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Turkmenistan by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Turkmenistan - and find the best time to visit. (based on Baýramaly)

Best Places to Visit in Turkmenistan 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 Turkmenistan

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Temperature range in Turkmenistan (December)

Precipitation variation in Turkmenistan (December)

Ashgabat

In December Ashgabat generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
104 hours
111 hours
Monthly rainfall
30 mm (1.2 in)
26 mm (1 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Baýramaly

In December Baýramaly generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
127 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Turkmenbashi

In December Turkmenbashi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
124 hours
137 hours
Monthly rainfall
16 mm (0.6 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Türkmenabat

In December Türkmenabat generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
132 hours
132 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Esenguly

In December Esenguly generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
149 hours
152 hours
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
25 mm (1 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Baýramaly 12°C (54°F) 1°C (34°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Turkmenbashi 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Türkmenabat 9°C (48°F) -1°C (30°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Esenguly 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Ashgabat 10°C (50°F) 1°C (34°F) 26 mm (1 in)

Turkmenistan weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Turkmenistan in December?

December in Turkmenistan brings mixed weather. In Ashgabat, daytime temperatures are typically around 10°C (50°F) and nighttime lows hover near 1°C (34°F).

What is the average temperature in Turkmenistan in December?

In Ashgabat, the average daytime high in December is 10°C (50°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 1°C (34°F).

Does Turkmenistan get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Turkmenistan during December, with Ashgabat averaging close to 26 mm (1 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Turkmenistan?

Given the typically mixed weather conditions in Ashgabat, December may not be the ideal time to visit Turkmenistan.

Generally speaking, April, May and October provide excellent weather in Ashgabat. The weather in January, February, June, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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