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December · 6 destinations

Where to go in December

Start a December trip by choosing its style, then check holiday dates. Compare warm-air and cooler city options without assumptions about prices or snow.

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Illustration: Thailand01
Warm air

Thailand

Land of Smiles: Buddhist temples, paradise islands, elephants, and spicy street food.

26°C air15 mm rain
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For warmth: about 26°C at the dataset reference point.

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These figures describe one reference point; coasts and mountains need separate checks.

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Illustration: Jamaica02
Warm air

Jamaica

Reggae, Blue Mountains, jerk chicken, and Caribbean vibes.

26°C air35 mm rain
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For warmth: about 26°C at the dataset reference point.

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These figures describe one reference point; coasts and mountains need separate checks.

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Illustration: Egypt03
Cities and sightseeing

Egypt

Great Pyramids, ancient Luxor temples, and best Red Sea diving.

19°C air5 mm rain
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For cities and sightseeing; climate estimate: 19°C.

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These figures describe one reference point; coasts and mountains need separate checks.

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Cities and sightseeing

Qatar

Ultra-modern Doha, desert safaris, and world-class museums.

19°C air10 mm rain
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For cities and sightseeing; climate estimate: 19°C.

Keep in mind
These figures describe one reference point; coasts and mountains need separate checks.

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Illustration: Colombia05
Cooler weather

Colombia

Cartagena, coffee, Amazonia, and salsa in Cali.

14°C air60 mm rain
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Cooler air: about 14°C at the dataset reference point.

Keep in mind
These figures describe one reference point; coasts and mountains need separate checks.

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Illustration: Ethiopia06
Cooler weather

Ethiopia

Lalibela, coffee, Omo Valley tribes, and Danakil Depression.

15°C air5 mm rain
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Cooler air: about 15°C at the dataset reference point.

Keep in mind
These figures describe one reference point; coasts and mountains need separate checks.

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Air temperature and rainfall are rough monthly estimates, not a forecast for a particular resort.

Climate at a glance

December · climate estimates
DestinationAirRain
Thailand26°C15 mm
Jamaica26°C35 mm
Egypt19°C5 mm
Qatar19°C10 mm
Colombia14°C60 mm
Ethiopia15°C5 mm

Rainfall is in mm per month. Check sea temperatures separately.

Before you go

Choose the exact location

A reference point does not describe a whole country. Choose a city, coast or route and check its local climate, then the forecast for your dates. Air temperature cannot establish swimming conditions, nor can a monthly average establish trail access.

Check your exact dates

Check opening hours, transport, accommodation and entry rules for your passport. Holiday dates, prices and travel availability cannot be inferred from climate figures.

How these destinations were chosen

We screen the whole climate dataset: at least 22°C for warm air; 10–26°C and up to 200 mm rain for city/culture destinations; 8–19°C and up to 200 mm for cooler weather. Seasonal options match every month. Cards cover different regions; other matches are listed below. This is preliminary climate comparison, not a safety, entry or availability check.

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These are climate comparisons, not checks of safety, entry rules or travel availability. The entire catalogue is screened; having a guide is not required.

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