Varanasi weather in December (Uttar Pradesh, India)

Planning a trip to Varanasi in December? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In Varanasi, December is characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 26°C, while night temperatures can drop to 12°C.

Varanasi in December usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 6.8 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 0 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 208 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, December is one of the better months to visit Varanasi. January, February, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June, July and August tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Varanasi, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 12°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 1%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 6.8 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 0 days  
HumidityHumidity 66%  
SunshineSunshine 208 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in India in December

Find out more about the weather in India in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Varanasi in December?

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 in December.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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