December is an ideal time to visit Najaf if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +66°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 14 mm of precipitation over an average of 5 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+66°F
Avg. max. temperature
+28°F
Min.
+84°F
Max.
14 mm
Total precipitation
65%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
15 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
5 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Najaf has great weather in December.
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Average temperature in Najaf in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Najaf for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +79°F during the day to a minimum of +45°F during the night, the temperature in December averages around +70°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 21% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +73°F to +66°F.
Is Najaf warm or cold in December?
Najaf is typically mild in December.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +77°F to +66°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +55°F to +46°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 Najaf, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Najaf in December
Najaf weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+77°F
+66°F
+63°F
Min. temperature
+36°F
+28°F
+27°F
Max. temperature
+97°F
+84°F
+81°F
Rainfall
12 mm
14 mm
16 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Humidity
53%
65%
66%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1019 HPa
1019 HPa
Sunny days
16
15
16
Cloudy days
9
11
8
Rainy days
4
5
7
Snowy days
0
0
0
December weather is still as great as in November.It’s getting colder in December. From +77°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +66°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 12 mm to 14 mm.Humidity rises from 53% to 65%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 2 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 16 sunny days in November to 15 in December.
January brings much the same weather, it remains great.
Wind speed in Najaf in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Najaf 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 Najaf based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 10% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 16 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 10 mm, which is considered light rain.Najaf is amazing in December with as little as 3 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
December is one of the rainiest months in Najaf, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Najaf wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 23% chance of precipitation and 16 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 Najaf?
This is the weather in Najaf in December 2023:
1 December
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+73°F
2 December
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+73°F
3 December
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+75°F
4 December
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+76°F
5 December
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+78°F
6 December
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+77°F
7 December
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+76°F
8 December
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+77°F
9 December
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+74°F
10 December
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+76°F
11 December
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+77°F
12 December
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+79°F
13 December
🌧️
+63°F
14 December
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+66°F
15 December
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+67°F
16 December
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+66°F
17 December
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+69°F
18 December
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+64°F
19 December
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+62°F
20 December
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+63°F
21 December
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+64°F
22 December
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+70°F
23 December
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+70°F
24 December
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+73°F
25 December
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+75°F
26 December
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+73°F
27 December
☀️
+70°F
28 December
🌧️
+61°F
29 December
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+68°F
30 December
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+67°F
31 December
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+66°F
In December 2023 Najaf had 23 sunny days, 5 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +70°F, with an absolute maximum of +79°F and a minimum of +61°F. The average humidity was 66%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 28%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Najaf climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Najaf in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+85°F) and the highest in 2010 (+94°F). The driest year was 2021 with only 15 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2013 with 165 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Najaf in December:
Is December a good time to visit Najaf?
Yes, December is a great time to go to Najaf, 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 Najaf.
Can you sunbathe in Najaf in December?
December has mild temperatures in Najaf. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Is Najaf rainy in December?
Najaf is usually dry in December. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Najaf in December?
The amount of sunny days in Najaf during December varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Najaf, 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.
