December · Saudi Arabia
Best time to visit Jeddah in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Jeddah in December
Average temperature 26°C, 32 mm of rain, about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 56% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
8.9/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 32 mm
- Humidity
- 56%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 15
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Jeddah scores 8.9/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 32 mm of rain, and roughly 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Jeddah is Saudi Arabia's Red Sea gateway, its UNESCO Al-Balad quarter of coral houses facing the corniche.
December in Jeddah — one of the year's strongest windows (8th)
December averages 26°C (79°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Expect 32 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.7 daylight hours.
A 8.9/10 puts this among the year's best months in Jeddah (8th of 12); only April scores higher, at 10/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Jeddah in December?
- In December, Jeddah averages 26°C, 32 mm of rain, and about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.9/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Jeddah?
- December earns a 8.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Jeddah in December?
- Expect about 32 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 56% and there are about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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