December · Yemen
Best time to visit Sanaa in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Sanaa in December
Average temperature 14°C, 2 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 38% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
9.6/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 14°C
- Rainfall
- 2 mm
- Humidity
- 38%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Sanaa scores 9.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 14°C, 2 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Sanaa is Yemen's highland capital, famous for its UNESCO-listed old city, tower houses, markets, mosques, and distinctive geometric architecture.
December in Sanaa — one of the year's strongest windows (10th)
December averages 14°C (58°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 2 mm for the month, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.2 hours of daylight to work with.
A 9.6/10 puts this among the year's best months in Sanaa (10th of 12); only March scores higher, at 9.9/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Plan for peak pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Sanaa in December?
- In December, Sanaa averages 14°C, 2 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.6/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Sanaa?
- December earns a 9.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Sanaa in December?
- Expect about 2 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 38% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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