December · Eswatini
Best time to visit Mbabane in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Mbabane in December
Average temperature 19°C, 220 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 83% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.4/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 19°C
- Rainfall
- 220 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Mbabane scores 6.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 19°C, 220 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Mbabane is Eswatini's relaxed hill-ringed capital, combining traditional markets and modern services with quick access to Sibebe and the central highlands.
December in Mbabane: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
December averages 19°C (67°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
220 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 6.4/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 9.8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? August scores 3.4 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Mbabane in December?
- In December, Mbabane averages 19°C, 220 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.4/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Mbabane?
- December earns a 6.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Mbabane in December?
- Expect about 220 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 83% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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