December weather forecast
Damascus, Syria

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The grand Holy place in the Ummayad mosque in Damascus, Syria
The grand Holy place in the Ummayad mosque in Damascus, Syria

Weather in December

Winter descends on the Damascus landscape with full force in December. Contrary to the dry summer months, the city experiences 26mm (1.02") of rainfall spread across six days, making it the wettest month of the year. Winter holidays are filled with more wintry ambiance due to the onset of colder nights. Even though daylight hours remain at their shortest for the year, the city never loses its serenity and charm. By December, the UV index boils down to a minimal level, posing the least risk to outdoor enthusiasts.

Temperature

Onset of December in Damascus, Syria, witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a pleasant 20.3°C (68.5°F) in November to a moderate 14.2°C (57.6°F). Nightly readings in December display a noticeable downturn from daily highs, with the average low-temperature registering a cold 1.3°C (34.3°F).

Rainfall

In Damascus, in December, during 6 rainfall days, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35 rainfall days, and 134mm (5.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Damascus. Throughout December, there are 4 snowfall days. Throughout the year, in Damascus, there are 11 snowfall days.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 17:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 17:37 +03.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Damascus, Syria.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in December transforms into this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Damascus?

In December, in Damascus, the average high-temperature is 14.2°C (57.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 1.3°C (34.3°F).

How many days does it rain in December in Damascus?

In Damascus, Syria, in December, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 26mm (1.02") of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Damascus?

December is the first month it typically snows in Damascus, Syria. Throughout December, there are 4 snowfall days.

What is the month with the shortest days in Damascus?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Damascus?

In Damascus, Syria, the average day length in December is 9h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Damascus?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 17:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 17:37 +03.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Damascus?

The months with the least sunshine in Damascus are January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Damascus?

The average sunshine duration in December in Damascus, Syria, is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Damascus?

The months with the lowest UV index in Damascus, Syria, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in December in Damascus?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Damascus is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Damascus, Syria

Average temperature in December - Damascus, Syria
  • Average high temperature in December: 14.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (36.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (16.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.4°C).

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Average rainfall in December
Damascus, Syria

Average rainfall in December - Damascus, Syria
  • Average rainfall in December: 25.8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (27.9mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Damascus, Syria

Average rainfall days in December - Damascus, Syria
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and February (7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average snowfall days in December
Damascus, Syria

Average snowfall days in December - Damascus, Syria
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Damascus, Syria

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Damascus, Syria
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average UV index in December
Damascus, Syria

Average UV index in December - Damascus, Syria
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

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