South District Israel Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in South District Israel, Israel in December.

Thinking about venturing to South District Israel, Israel 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 South District Israel in December

South District Israel, Israel is a region in Israel. December in South District Israel generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are pleasant and range from 19°C (66°F) in Mitzpe Ramon to 21°C (70°F) in H̱aẕeva. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in H̱aẕeva and 9°C (48°F) in Mitzpe Ramon.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of South District Israel, Israel, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Eilat with an average of 4.5 mm (0.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Ashdod with 80 mm (3.1 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Eilat sees close to 217 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in South District Israel — and find the best time to visit. (based on Eilat)

Best Places to Visit in South District Israel 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 South District Israel

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in South District Israel, Israel?

Temperature range in South District Israel (December)

Precipitation variation in South District Israel (December)

Eilat

In December Eilat generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
246 hours
217 hours
229 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.5 mm (0.1 in)
4.5 mm (0.2 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions

Arad

In December Arad generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
192 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Mitzpe Ramon

In December Mitzpe Ramon generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
6.2 mm (0.2 in)
8.2 mm (0.3 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Ashkelon

In December Ashkelon generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
234 hours
189 hours
192 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
77 mm (3 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Ashdod

In December Ashdod generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
234 hours
189 hours
192 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in South District Israel in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Eilat 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 4.5 mm (0.2 in)
Arad 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Mitzpe Ramon 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 8.2 mm (0.3 in)
Ashkelon 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Ashdod 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Ein Bokek 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)

South District Israel weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in South District Israel, Israel in December?

In December, South District Israel, Israel generally has perfect weather conditions. Eilat sees daytime temperatures near 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to roughly 9°C (48°F).

What is the average temperature in South District Israel, Israel in December?

Average temperatures in South District Israel, Israel during December range from a nighttime low near 9°C (48°F) to a daytime high around 21°C (70°F) in Eilat.

Does South District Israel, Israel get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in South District Israel, Israel during December, with Eilat averaging close to 4.5 mm (0.2 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit South District Israel, Israel?

We consider December to be one of the best times to travel to South District Israel, Israel. Typically, the climate in Eilat is perfect.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Eilat. On the other hand, the weather in June, July, August and September tend to be poor.

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