December · Ethiopia
Best time to visit Lalibela in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Lalibela in December
Average temperature 18°C, 5 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 50% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
9.8/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 18°C
- Rainfall
- 5 mm
- Humidity
- 50%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Lalibela scores 9.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 18°C, 5 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Lalibela in northern Ethiopia is known for its medieval churches carved downwards into solid rock.
December in Lalibela — one of the year's strongest windows (5th)
December averages 18°C (64°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Rain is a non-issue at 5 mm for the month, with about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.3 hours of daylight to work with.
A 9.8/10 puts this among the year's best months in Lalibela (5th of 12); only January scores higher, at 9.8/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Lalibela in December?
- In December, Lalibela averages 18°C, 5 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.8/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Lalibela?
- 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 Lalibela in December?
- Expect about 5 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 50% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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