Mecca weather in December (Saudi Arabia)

Is Mecca a good destination in December, weather-wise? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

During December, Mecca is known for its perfect weather, characterized by very high temperatures and low rainfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 31°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 19°C. These temperatures represent the average, but hotter days can occur. Be prepared with light clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Mecca in December usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 23 mm for the month. On average, there are about a single day with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 249 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a great time to visit. January, February and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Mecca, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 5%  

Precipitation 23 mm  

Rainy days a single day  

Humidity 59%  

Sunshine 249 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 73%  

Where to go in Saudi Arabia in December

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

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

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Mecca.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Saudi Arabia? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Saudi Arabia. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.