December · Ethiopia
Best time to visit Gondar in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Gondar in December
Average temperature 18°C, 3 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 57% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
9.8/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 18°C
- Rainfall
- 3 mm
- Humidity
- 57%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Gondar scores 9.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 18°C, 3 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Gondar was Ethiopia's imperial capital, with castle compounds, painted churches and the Simien Mountains beyond.
December is one of the strongest months in Gondar (3rd)
Temperatures hover around 18°C (64°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
At just 3 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.3 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Gondar at 9.8/10 (3rd of 12), just behind February at 9.9/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Gondar in December?
- In December, Gondar averages 18°C, 3 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.8/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Gondar?
- December earns a 9.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Gondar in December?
- Expect about 3 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 57% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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