December weather forecast
Yemen

December in Yemen signals the onset of winter, characterized by the lowest temperatures of the year. Average temperatures during this month typically range from 14°C (57.2°F) to 27°C (80.6°F) across the country, with the cooling trend being particularly evident in both the highlands and the coastal regions.

In Sana'a, located in the highlands, temperatures fluctuate between 8°C (46.4°F) and 20°C (68°F), confirming the arrival of the winter season. The coastal city of Aden experiences milder temperatures, ranging from 23°C (73.4°F) to 29°C (84.2°F), a noticeable decrease from the warmer months but still comparatively mild due to the maritime influence.

Compared to November, December sees a further decline in temperatures, solidifying the shift towards the colder winter season. This downward trend is expected to persist until January, which typically experiences similar low temperatures.

Rainfall in December continues to be scarce, reflecting Yemen's predominantly arid climate. The occasional showers associated with the monsoon season in the highlands have ceased by this time, and coastal regions such as Aden experience further decreases in humidity levels due to the falling temperatures.

Wind speeds in December generally remain moderate, with averages ranging from 10km/h (6.2mph) to 20km/h (12.4mph). The likelihood of encountering extreme weather events, such as sandstorms, continues to be low during this month, providing a level of predictability in the midst of changing seasons.

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• Sana'a - December »
  October and December are months with the least rain in Sana'a when the rain falls for 5.2 days and typically aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of rain. December is the month when Sana'a experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 19.7°C (67.5°F) and a low of 9.3°C (48.7°F).
• Aden - December »
  In December, Aden's weather conditions record an average high-temperature of a warm 28.9°C (84°F), demonstrating little divergence from the preceding month. With an average of 11h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Aden.
• Al Hudaydah - December »
  January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Al Hudaydah, Yemen. With an average of 11h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Al Hudaydah.
• Zabid - December »
  With an average of 11h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Zabid. January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Zabid, Yemen.
• Al Mahwit - December »
  October and December are months with the least rain in Al Mahwit when the rain falls for 5.2 days and typically aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of rain. The months with the least sunshine in Al Mahwit, Yemen, are January, November and December, with an average of 7.7h of sunshine.
• Al Hazm - December »
  The months with the highest humidity in Al Hazm, Yemen, are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 33%. December is the coldest month of the year in Al Hazm, registering average temperatures as high as 25.5°C (77.9°F) and as low as 11.5°C (52.7°F).
• Harad - December »
  In Harad, Yemen, during December, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 28mm (1.1") of precipitation. With an average of 11h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Harad.
• Raydah - December »
  The months with the least rainfall in Raydah are October and December Rain falls for 5.2 days and accumulates 5mm (0.2") of rain. The month with the shortest days in Raydah, Yemen, is December, with an average of 11h and 12min of daylight.