Makhachkala weather in December (Dagestan, Russia)

Is December a good time to explore Makhachkala weather-wise? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, Makhachkala typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December ushers in the winter season. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 7°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 2°C.

Precipitation

Makhachkala in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 35 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 11 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 69 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Makhachkala. May, June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Makhachkala climate page with graphs.

 

Makhachkala, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 36%  

Precipitation 35 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 85%  

Sunshine 69 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Russia in December

Find out more about the weather in Russia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

5/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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