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Basrah in December: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Basrah in December will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Basrah, based on historical data.
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December

Weather in Basrah in December 2024

Great Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
December is an ideal time to visit Basrah if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +68°F and about 15 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 25 mm of precipitation over an average of 7 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+68°F
Avg. max. temperature
+34°F
Min.
+84°F
Max.
25 mm
Total precipitation
66%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
15 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Basrah has great weather in December.

Average temperature in Basrah in December

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Basrah for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +84°F during the day to a minimum of +46°F during the night, the temperature in December averages around +75°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +73°F to +73°F.

Is Basrah warm or cold in December?

Basrah is typically mild in December.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +81°F to +68°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +59°F to +48°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

December is one of the coolest months in Basrah, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Basrah in December

Basrah weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Avg. temperature
+81°F+68°F+64°F
Min. temperature
+39°F+34°F+30°F
Max. temperature
+99°F+84°F+84°F
Rainfall
27 mm25 mm29 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
54%66%68%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1018 HPa1018 HPa
Sunny days
161515
Cloudy days
999
Rainy days
577
Snowy days
000

December weather is still as great as in November. It’s getting colder in December. From +81°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +68°F. As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 27 mm to 25 mm. Humidity rises from 54% to 66%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 3 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 16 sunny days in November to 15 in December.

Next month (January) brings a further decline in the weather.

Wind

Wind speed in Basrah in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Basrah is gradually increasing during December, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Basrah based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 6% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 7 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 5 mm, which is considered light rain. Basrah is amazing in December with as little as 2 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
December is one of the rainiest months in Basrah, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Basrah wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 23% chance of precipitation and 29 mm of rainfall per day. June, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last December in Basrah?

This is the weather in Basrah in December 2023:
1 December
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+73°F
2 December
☀️
+76°F
3 December
☀️
+77°F
4 December
☀️
+80°F
5 December
☀️
+82°F
6 December
☀️
+79°F
7 December
☀️
+82°F
8 December
☀️
+83°F
9 December
☀️
+84°F
10 December
🌫️
+82°F
11 December
☁️
+83°F
12 December
☁️
+83°F
13 December
☀️
+72°F
14 December
☀️
+69°F
15 December
☀️
+66°F
16 December
☀️
+66°F
17 December
☀️
+69°F
18 December
☁️
+70°F
19 December
☀️
+75°F
20 December
☀️
+77°F
21 December
☁️
+75°F
22 December
☁️
+76°F
23 December
☀️
+72°F
24 December
☀️
+73°F
25 December
☀️
+76°F
26 December
☀️
+76°F
27 December
☀️
+75°F
28 December
☁️
+69°F
29 December
☀️
+73°F
30 December
☁️
+73°F
31 December
☀️
+74°F
In December 2023 Basrah had 23 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +75°F, with an absolute maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +66°F. The average humidity was 62%, with a maximum of 97% and a minimum of 14%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Basrah climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Basrah in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+88°F) and the highest in 2021 (+97°F). The driest year was 2010 with only 42 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1996 with 314 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Basrah in December:

Is December a good time to visit Basrah?

Yes, December is a great time to go to Basrah, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Basrah.

Can you sunbathe in Basrah in December?

December has mild temperatures in Basrah. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Basrah rainy in December?

Basrah is usually dry in December. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Basrah in December?

The amount of sunny days in Basrah during December varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Iraq

Check out the weather for other cities in Iraq.

Monthly weather in Basrah

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Basrah, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.