December weather forecast
Eritrea

December in Eritrea signifies the advent of winter, marked by further cooling across the country's varied landscapes. Despite this, temperatures remain relatively mild in comparison to typical winter conditions in many other countries.

In the coastal city of Massawa, December sees temperatures dropping further, averaging 28°C (82.4°F). However, the climate continues to remain arid, with scarce rainfall, maintaining Massawa's characteristic dry conditions. This makes the city and its Red Sea beaches pleasant for visits even during the winter months.

The highland city of Asmara experiences cool weather in December, with temperatures ranging from 10°C (50°F) to 19°C (66.2°F). Clear skies and low chances of rainfall provide the ideal conditions for outdoor exploration and appreciation of the city's colonial-era architecture and vibrant markets.

In the western lowlands, including areas like Barentu, temperatures remain warm compared to the highlands, averaging between 26°C (78.8°F) and 31°C (87.8°F). Despite the highlands' cooler weather, the lowlands continue to have dry conditions due to minimal rainfall.

Compared to November, December experiences a further decrease in temperature across all regions of Eritrea. The coastal and lowland regions maintain their cooling trend, while the highlands transition into their cool season. As Eritrea moves from December into January, these cooler temperatures persist, establishing the winter season. Despite the cooler climate, December's mild temperatures and clear skies offer ideal conditions for experiencing Eritrea's diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage.

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• Asmara - December »
  December is the most humid month with an average relative humidity of 63%. Closing the year, December continues the trend of declining rainfall started in November with a measly 10mm (0.39") of rain.
• Keren - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Keren is December, with an average of 11h and 12min of daylight. January, February and December are months with the least rain in Keren, Eritrea, when 1mm (0.04") of rain is typically aggregated.
• Massawa - December »
  In Massawa, Eritrea, in December, during 2.7 rainfall days, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Massawa in December, the average water temperature is 27.8°C (82°F).
• Āssab - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Āssab is December, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight. On the first day of December in Āssab, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:40.
• Mendefera - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Mendefera is December, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight. December is the last month it rains in Mendefera.
• Barentu - December »
  The months with the lowest UV index in Barentu are January, February, July, August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. In Barentu, Eritrea, rain does not fall in January, February, November and December.
• Nakfa - December »
  December proves to be the coldest month in Nakfa, Eritrea, recording an average maximum temperature of 21°C (69.8°F) and a minimum temperature of 9.3°C (48.7°F). Nakfa's coldest weather arrives in December, when temperatures average a high of 21°C (69.8°F) and a low of 9.3°C (48.7°F).
• Adi Tekelezan - December »
  Adi Tekelezan's temperature records reveal December as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 23.1°C (73.6°F) and lows of 14.3°C (57.7°F). The most humid month in Adi Tekelezan, Eritrea, is December, with an average relative humidity of 63%.