December · Oman
Best time to visit Salalah in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Salalah in December
Average temperature 23°C, 13 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 57% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
9.9/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 13 mm
- Humidity
- 57%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Salalah scores 9.9/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 23°C, 13 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Salalah is Oman's southern Dhofar capital, green in the monsoon and planted with coconut and banana groves.
December in Salalah — one of the year's strongest windows (4th)
December averages 23°C (73°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Rain is a non-issue at 13 mm for the month, with about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11 hours of daylight to work with.
A 9.9/10 puts this among the year's best months in Salalah (4th of 12); only March scores higher, at 9.9/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Salalah in December?
- In December, Salalah averages 23°C, 13 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.9/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Salalah?
- December earns a 9.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Salalah in December?
- Expect about 13 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 57% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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