December · Turkey
Best time to visit Ankara in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Ankara in December
Average temperature 3°C, 36 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
5.1/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 3°C
- Rainfall
- 36 mm
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Ankara scores 5.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 3°C, 36 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Ankara pairs Anatolian citadel views with the vast Museum of Anatolian Civilizations and a modern capital-city pulse. Best window: late spring through early autumn.
December in Ankara: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
December averages 3°C (37°F), cold enough that sightseeing works in bursts rather than in one long day on foot.
Expect 36 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.2 daylight hours.
It scores 5.1/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 9.9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? July scores 4.8 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Ankara in December?
- In December, Ankara averages 3°C, 36 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.1/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Ankara?
- December earns a 5.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Ankara in December?
- Expect about 36 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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