December · India
Best time to visit Varanasi in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Varanasi in December
Average temperature 17°C, 4 mm of rain, about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 59% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
8.6/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 17°C
- Rainfall
- 4 mm
- Humidity
- 59%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 5
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Varanasi scores 8.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 17°C, 4 mm of rain, and roughly 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Varanasi's ghats step down to the Ganges, with bathing, cremation fires, and evening aarti along the river.
December is one of the strongest months in Varanasi (3rd)
Temperatures hover around 17°C (62°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
At just 4 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.4 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Varanasi at 8.6/10 (3rd of 12), just behind February at 9.4/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Budget for 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 Varanasi in December?
- In December, Varanasi averages 17°C, 4 mm of rain, and about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.6/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Varanasi?
- December earns a 8.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Varanasi in December?
- Expect about 4 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 59% and there are about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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