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Dhofar Weather in December

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

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Salalah Mirbāţ

Planning a getaway to Dhofar, Oman this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Dhofar in December

Dhofar, Oman is a region in Oman. December in Dhofar generally has warm temperatures, with almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) in Salalah.

For a closer look at conditions across Dhofar, Oman, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

December is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 3.9 mm (0.2 in) in Salalah.

Average sunshine

December brings good sunshine to many areas. Salalah sees around 297 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Dhofar in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Dhofar

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Dhofar, Oman?

Temperature range in Dhofar (December)

Precipitation variation in Dhofar (December)

Salalah

In December Salalah generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
305 hours
297 hours
290 hours
Monthly rainfall
11 mm (0.4 in)
3.9 mm (0.2 in)
3.2 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Salalah →

Mirbāţ

In December Mirbāţ generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
305 hours
297 hours
290 hours
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
6.3 mm (0.2 in)
5 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mirbāţ →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Salalah 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 3.9 mm (0.2 in)
Mirbāţ 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 6.3 mm (0.2 in)

Dhofar weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Dhofar, Oman in December?

Dhofar, Oman typically experiences perfect weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Salalah average around 28°C (82°F), and temperatures drop to about 20°C (68°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Dhofar, Oman in December?

In Salalah, the average daytime high in December is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 20°C (68°F).

Does Dhofar, Oman get a lot of rain in December?

Not particularly. Salalah averages just 3.9 mm (0.2 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Dhofar, Oman.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Dhofar, Oman?

We believe that December is one of the best times to visit Dhofar, Oman with overall perfect weather in Salalah. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Dhofar, Oman is in January, February, March, July, August, September and December with generally perfect weather in Salalah. In contrast, May tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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