Oman (Muscat) · December
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 25° (77°)21– (70–)29 (84) | 27° (81°)22– (72–)32 (90) | 30° (86°)25– (77–)35 (95) | 35° (95°)29– (84–)41 (106) | 39° (102°)33– (91–)45 (113) | 39° (102°)34– (93–)45 (113) | 37° (99°)32– (90–)43 (109) | 36° (97°)31– (88–)42 (108) | 36° (97°)31– (88–)41 (106) | 35° (95°)31– (88–)39 (102) | 30° (86°)27– (81–)34 (93) | 27° (81°)23– (73–)30 (86) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 18° (64°)13– (55–)20 (68) | 19° (66°)15– (59–)23 (73) | 22° (72°)17– (63–)25 (77) | 26° (79°)21– (70–)31 (88) | 31° (88°)25– (77–)36 (97) | 32° (90°)29– (84–)36 (97) | 31° (88°)27– (81–)34 (93) | 30° (86°)27– (81–)33 (91) | 29° (84°)26– (79–)31 (88) | 26° (79°)22– (72–)29 (84) | 23° (73°)18– (64–)26 (79) | 19° (66°)15– (59–)22 (72) |
☀️Sunshine | 9h | 10h | 10h | 11h | 12h | 11h | 10h | 10h | 10h | 10h | 10h | 9h |
🌊Water Temp | 24° (75°) | 24° (75°) | 25° (77°) | 28° (82°) | 31° (88°) | 32° (90°) | 32° (90°) | 31° (88°) | 31° (88°) | 31° (88°) | 29° (84°) | 26° (79°) |
🌧Rain Days | 1d13mm (0.5") | 1d9mm (0.3") | 1d10mm (0.4") | 1d13mm (0.5") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 0d8mm (0.3") | 0d7mm (0.3") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d9mm (0.4") | 1d22mm (0.8") | 1d7mm (0.3") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
December is among the best months in Oman (Muscat): only 1 rain day, 27°C (81°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 27°C (81°F), cooling to 19°C (66°F) at night (daily average: 23°C (73°F)). Peaks reach around 30°C (86°F), the coldest nights around 15°C (59°F). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 1 rain day with 7 mm (0.3 in) total. The water is a warm 26°C (79°F) — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in December are ideal.
Oman's golden travel window: Muscat at 25–30°C (77–86°F), the wadis and fjords of Musandam turquoise, the Wahiba Sands desert orange-gold at sunset. Camel treks, diving in the Indian Ocean, Mutrah Souq in the early morning.
Packing list for Oman (Muscat) in December
- T-shirts and shorts
- Swimwear and beach towel
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Insect repellent
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Oman (Muscat)?
- Yes — December is one of the best months to visit Oman (Muscat) (Climate Score: 85/100). Pleasant temperatures (27°C (81°F)), good sunshine (9 h/day), and few rain days (1) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Oman (Muscat) in December?
- In December, Oman (Muscat) sees daily highs of 27°C (81°F). Nights cool to 19°C (66°F), with a daily average of 23°C (73°F). Peaks reach around 30°C (86°F), the coldest nights around 15°C (59°F).
- How much rain falls in Oman (Muscat) in December?
- In December, Oman (Muscat) receives an average of 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain over 1 rain day. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Oman (Muscat) get in December?
- Oman (Muscat) averages 9 sunshine hours per day in December — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Oman (Muscat) in December?
- Water temperature in Oman (Muscat) in December averages 26°C (79°F) — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
