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Rabat in December: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Rabat in December 2024

OK Weather
Mild
☁️
Cloudy
If you plan to visit Rabat in December, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +64°F during the day and approximately 11 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 5 rainy days in the month and around 51 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • December is usually the wettest month of the year in Rabat;

Average weather

☀️
+64°F
Avg. max. temperature
+36°F
Min.
+81°F
Max.
51 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
11 ☀️
Sunny Days
15 ⛅️
Cloudy
5 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Rabat has OK weather in December.

Average temperature in Rabat in December

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

The temperature in December is +68°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +75°F during the day and a minimum of +43°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 33% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +59°F to +70°F.

Is Rabat warm or cold in December?

Rabat is typically mild in December.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +70°F to +64°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +55°F to +50°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 Rabat, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Rabat in December

Rabat weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Avg. temperature
+70°F+64°F+63°F
Min. temperature
+39°F+36°F+30°F
Max. temperature
+88°F+81°F+79°F
Rainfall
61 mm51 mm55 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
79%81%81%
Air pressure
1017 HPa1020 HPa1021 HPa
Sunny days
101110
Cloudy days
151516
Rainy days
555
Snowy days
000

December weather is still as ok as in November. It’s getting colder in December. From +70°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +64°F. As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 61 mm to 51 mm. Humidity rises from 79% to 81%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 1 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in December, from 10 to 11.

January brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Rabat is gradually decreasing during December, going from 3 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Rabat based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 39% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 84 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 28 mm, which is moderate rain. December is a pretty wet month with over 12 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
December is one of the rainiest months in Rabat, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Rabat wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 17% chance of precipitation and 61 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last December in Rabat?

This is the weather in Rabat in December 2023:
1 December
🌧️
+60°F
2 December
☁️
+64°F
3 December
☁️
+67°F
4 December
☁️
+71°F
5 December
☁️
+66°F
6 December
☁️
+68°F
7 December
☁️
+70°F
8 December
☁️
+71°F
9 December
🌧️
+69°F
10 December
☁️
+67°F
11 December
☁️
+70°F
12 December
☁️
+71°F
13 December
☁️
+75°F
14 December
🌧️
+70°F
15 December
🌧️
+62°F
16 December
☁️
+64°F
17 December
☁️
+66°F
18 December
☀️
+67°F
19 December
☀️
+73°F
20 December
☀️
+73°F
21 December
☀️
+68°F
22 December
☀️
+67°F
23 December
☀️
+69°F
24 December
☀️
+70°F
25 December
☁️
+75°F
26 December
☀️
+71°F
27 December
☁️
+66°F
28 December
☁️
+64°F
29 December
☁️
+65°F
30 December
☀️
+70°F
31 December
☁️
+69°F
In December 2023 Rabat had 9 sunny days, 18 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +68°F, with an absolute maximum of +75°F and a minimum of +59°F. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 35%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1982 (+62°F) and the highest in 2015 (+73°F). The driest year was 1994 with only 1 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2015 with 0 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Rabat in December:

Is December a good time to visit Rabat?

It’s always a good time to visit Rabat, but the weather is changeable in December, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Rabat in December?

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

Is Rabat rainy in December?

Rabat is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Rabat in December?

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

Other cities in Morocco

Check out the weather for other cities in Morocco.

Monthly weather in Rabat

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Rabat, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

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.