Rabat weather in December (Malta, Malta)

Can you expect sunny skies in Rabat in December? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

The month of December in Rabat typically includes pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 18°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 15°C.

Precipitation

Rabat in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 79 mm for the month. This month is known for heavy rainfall, so don't forget your umbrella to stay dry. Historically, the month has about 13 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 160 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and March tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Rabat, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 15°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Water Temperature 17°C *  

Chance of Rain 45%  

Precipitation 79 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 79% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 160 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 51% *  

Data from: Valletta, Malta (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Where to go in Malta in December

Find out more about the weather in Malta 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?

For visitors traveling to Rabat, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 17°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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