December · Iran
Best time to visit Isfahan in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Isfahan in December
Average temperature 5°C, 11 mm of rain, about 7 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 53% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.9/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 5°C
- Rainfall
- 11 mm
- Humidity
- 53%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 7
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Isfahan scores 6.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 5°C, 11 mm of rain, and roughly 7 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Isfahan is Iran's former Safavid capital, its huge central square framed by mosques, palaces and bazaars.
December in Isfahan: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
December averages 5°C (41°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rain is a non-issue at 11 mm for the month, with about 7 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.9 hours of daylight to work with.
It scores 6.9/10 here, 7th of 12 months, against 10/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? April scores 3.1 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Isfahan in December?
- In December, Isfahan averages 5°C, 11 mm of rain, and about 7 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.9/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Isfahan?
- December earns a 6.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Isfahan in December?
- Expect about 11 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 53% and there are about 7 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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