December · Turkmenistan
Best time to visit Mary in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Mary in December
Average temperature 3°C, 6 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 57% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.0/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 3°C
- Rainfall
- 6 mm
- Humidity
- 57%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Mary scores 6.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 3°C, 6 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Mary is a Turkmen desert city beside ancient Merv, whose UNESCO ruins spread across the Karakum plain.
December in Mary — workable with trade-offs
At 3°C (38°F) this is proper winter weather in December: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
At just 6 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.4 hours of daylight.
That is 6/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 9.9/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Mary — 3.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Mary in December?
- In December, Mary averages 3°C, 6 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.0/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Mary?
- December earns a 6.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Mary in December?
- Expect about 6 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 57% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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