December · Pakistan
Best time to visit Islamabad in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Islamabad in December
Average temperature 13°C, 6 mm of rain, about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 52% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
8.5/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 13°C
- Rainfall
- 6 mm
- Humidity
- 52%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 6
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Islamabad scores 8.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 13°C, 6 mm of rain, and roughly 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Islamabad is Pakistan's green planned capital, set against the Margalla hills below Rawalpindi and Taxila.
December is one of the strongest months in Islamabad (2nd)
December averages 13°C (55°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 6 mm for the month, with about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.8 hours of daylight to work with.
A 8.5/10 puts this among the year's best months in Islamabad (2nd of 12); only October scores higher, at 9/10.
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. 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 Islamabad in December?
- In December, Islamabad averages 13°C, 6 mm of rain, and about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.5/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Islamabad?
- December earns a 8.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Islamabad in December?
- Expect about 6 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 52% and there are about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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