South Governorate Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in South Governorate, Lebanon in December.

Considering a trip to South Governorate, Lebanon this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in South Governorate in December

South Governorate, Lebanon is a region in Lebanon. December in South Governorate generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Jezzîne at 16°C (61°F) to pleasant in Soûr at 19°C (66°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Soûr and 6°C (43°F) in Jezzîne.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Jezzîne with an average of 105 mm (4.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Soûr with 186 mm (7.3 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in December. Soûr typically receives 208 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore South Governorate by month

Best Places to Visit in South Governorate in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across South Governorate.

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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 Governorate

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

Temperature range in South Governorate (December)

Precipitation variation in South Governorate (December)

Soûr

In December Soûr generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
208 hours
174 hours
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
201 mm (7.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Jezzîne

In December Jezzîne generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
149 hours
133 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Saïda

In December Saïda generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
149 hours
133 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
177 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in South Governorate, in Lebanon.

In our records: Lebanon December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Lebanon in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest December daytime high in Lebanon was -4°C (25°F) in Afqā on December 27, 1987.

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Soûr 19°C (66°F) 14°C (57°F) 186 mm (7.3 in)
Jezzîne 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Saïda 18°C (64°F) 11°C (52°F) 162 mm (6.4 in)

South Governorate weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in South Governorate, Lebanon in December?

December in South Governorate, Lebanon brings unpleasant weather. In Soûr, daytime temperatures are typically around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime lows hover near 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in South Governorate, Lebanon in December?

Average temperatures in South Governorate, Lebanon during December range from a nighttime low near 14°C (57°F) to a daytime high around 19°C (66°F) in Soûr.

Does South Governorate, Lebanon get a lot of rain in December?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Soûr records an average of 186 mm (7.3 in) in December, putting it among the wetter months for South Governorate, Lebanon.

Is December a Good Time to Visit South Governorate, Lebanon?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to South Governorate, Lebanon with often unpleasant weather in Soûr.

On average, the best time to visit South Governorate, Lebanon is in April, May, June, July, August, September and October with generally perfect weather in Soûr. On the other hand, the month of January tends to have poor weather conditions.

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