December · Iraq
Best time to visit Mosul in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Mosul in December
Average temperature 10°C, 52 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 77% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
7.7/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 10°C
- Rainfall
- 52 mm
- Humidity
- 77%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Mosul scores 7.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 10°C, 52 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Mosul is a historic Tigris city rebuilding its cultural life, with old-city heritage, markets, museums, and major restoration work after conflict.
December holds up well in Mosul — 7th best month
December averages 10°C (49°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rainfall runs 52 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.7 hours of daylight.
It scores 7.7/10 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, a packable rain layer.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? April scores 2.3 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Mosul in December?
- In December, Mosul averages 10°C, 52 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.7/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Mosul?
- December earns a 7.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Mosul in December?
- Expect about 52 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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