December weather forecast
Syria

December ushers in the winter season in Syria, with a further decrease in temperature and an increase in precipitation, particularly in the coastal and inland areas.

In the coastal regions, cities such as Latakia and Tartus experience a Mediterranean winter, with temperatures typically ranging from 10°C (50°F) to 15°C (59°F). Rainfall increases substantially, making December one of the wettest months of the year for these areas.

Inland regions, including Damascus, experience colder temperatures, particularly at night. Daytime temperatures typically hover between 10°C (50°F) and 15°C (59°F), while nighttime temperatures can drop to between 0°C (32°F) and 5°C (41°F). Rainfall continues to increase, often accompanied by occasional snowfall on higher ground.

In northeastern Syria, areas like Al Hasakah also see a considerable drop in temperature. Daytime averages typically range from 5°C (41°F) to 10°C (50°F), with nighttime temperatures often dropping below 0°C (32°F). While these areas remain relatively dry compared to the rest of the country, the chances of rainfall do increase slightly in December.

When compared to November, December is significantly cooler and wetter, solidifying the transition into the winter season. As Syria moves into January, the chilly temperatures persist and rainfall remains high, especially in the coastal and inland regions. The possibility of snowfall also increases in certain areas, particularly those at higher elevations.

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• Damascus - December »
  In Damascus during December, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 26mm (1.02") of precipitation. January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Damascus, Syria.
• Aleppo - December »
  With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Aleppo, Syria. The month with the shortest days in Aleppo is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
• Latakia - December »
  In Latakia in December, during 13 rainfall days, 161mm (6.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Latakia, in December, the average water temperature is 19°C (66.2°F).
• Hama - December »
  January and December, with an average relative humidity of 65.5%, are most humid months in Hama. With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hama.
• Daraa - December »
  December has the shortest days of the year in Daraa, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight. In Daraa in December, during 8 rainfall days, 46mm (1.81") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Qamishli - December »
  With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Qamishli. In Qamishli, during December, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 67mm (2.64") of precipitation.
• Idlib - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Idlib is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight. December witnesses the arrival of the coldest month in Idlib, with temperatures ranging from 4°C (39.2°F) to 12.2°C (54°F).
• Afrin - December »
  In Afrin during December, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 95mm (3.74") of precipitation. December has the shortest days of the year in Afrin with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
• Manbij - December »
  December has the shortest days of the year in Manbij, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight. In Manbij in December, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 58mm (2.28") of accumulated precipitation.
• Al-Malikiyah - December »
  In Al-Malikiyah in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of December in Al-Malikiyah, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 16:54.