Damascus Governorate weather in December
December is one of the least pleasant months in Damascus Governorate: highs of 12°C (53°F) and about 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain on average. Nights average 2°C (36°F) and cloud cover 51% (NASA POWER, 2001–2025 averages). It is the 3rd wettest month of the year and the 3rd coolest. Compared with November, it is cooler and wetter; January brings highs of 10°C (49°F) and 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain.
Figures are long-term averages for Damascus, the largest city in Damascus Governorate. See below for other places.
Is December a good time to visit Damascus Governorate?
least pleasant month Weather score 56/100.
December is one of the least pleasant months for weather in Damascus Governorate. For better conditions, consider Apr–Jun, Aug–Oct.
Does it rain a lot in Damascus Governorate in December?
No, it is usually dry: about 57 mm (2.2 in) falls in an average December. It is the 3rd wettest month of the year.
How warm is Damascus Governorate in December?
Days average 12°C (53°F) and nights 2°C (36°F).
Damascus Governorate weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Cloud | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C (49°F) | 0°C (32°F) | 69 mm | 56% | least pleasant |
| February | 12°C (53°F) | 1°C (34°F) | 57 mm | 57% | least pleasant |
| March | 16°C (61°F) | 3°C (38°F) | 29 mm | 49% | fair |
| April | 21°C (69°F) | 7°C (44°F) | 18 mm | 46% | best |
| May | 27°C (80°F) | 11°C (52°F) | 7 mm | 35% | best |
| June | 32°C (90°F) | 15°C (59°F) | 1 mm | 19% | best |
| July | 35°C (95°F) | 18°C (64°F) | 0 mm | 17% | fair |
| August | 35°C (94°F) | 18°C (64°F) | 0 mm | 20% | best |
| September | 31°C (88°F) | 16°C (60°F) | 2 mm | 21% | best |
| October | 25°C (77°F) | 12°C (53°F) | 13 mm | 36% | best |
| November | 17°C (63°F) | 6°C (42°F) | 35 mm | 45% | fair |
| December | 12°C (53°F) | 2°C (36°F) | 57 mm | 51% | least pleasant |
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis). Page updated . How we rate months
Weather across Damascus Governorate in December
Weather can differ a lot within Damascus Governorate: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.