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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
🌊
Fresh water
If you plan to visit Rabat in December, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +18°C during the day and approximately 10 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 8 rainy days in the month and around 50 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

☀️
+18°C
Avg. max. temperature
+2°C
Min.
+27°C
Max.
50 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
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

Going from a maximum of +25°C during the day to a minimum of +6°C during the night, the temperature in December averages around +20°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 11% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +21°C to +19°C.

Is Rabat warm or cold in December?

Rabat is typically mild in December.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +21°C to +18°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +13°C to +10°C.

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:

Water temperature in Rabat in December

Water in Rabat in December is Fresh. It varies from +17°C to +20°C, with an average of +18°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +18°C.

In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Rabat are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +23°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +17°C.

Can you swim in Rabat in December?

Water temperature (+18°C) in Rabat in December might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Rabat in December

Rabat weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Avg. temperature
+21°C+18°C+17°C
Min. temperature
+4°C+2°C-1°C
Max. temperature
+31°C+27°C+26°C
Rainfall
60 mm50 mm54 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+20°C+18°C+18°C
Humidity
79%81%81%
Air pressure
1017 HPa1020 HPa1021 HPa
Sunny days
9109
Cloudy days
111112
Rainy days
989
Snowy days
000

December weather is still as ok as in November. It’s getting colder in December. From +21°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +18°C. As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 60 mm to 50 mm. Humidity rises from 79% to 81%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in December, from 9 to 10.

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 2 m/s getting up to 6 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 4 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 16% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 11 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 6 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 5 rainy days during December, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
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 30% chance of precipitation and 60 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% 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
☁️
+21°C
2 December
☁️
+18°C
3 December
☀️
+19°C
4 December
☀️
+20°C
5 December
☁️
+23°C
6 December
🌧️
+19°C
7 December
☁️
+20°C
8 December
☁️
+22°C
9 December
☁️
+22°C
10 December
☀️
+24°C
11 December
☁️
+25°C
12 December
☁️
+21°C
13 December
🌫️
+20°C
14 December
☀️
+17°C
15 December
☀️
+20°C
16 December
☀️
+22°C
17 December
☀️
+21°C
18 December
☀️
+20°C
19 December
☀️
+18°C
20 December
☁️
+18°C
21 December
☁️
+18°C
22 December
☀️
+19°C
23 December
☁️
+19°C
24 December
☀️
+20°C
25 December
☀️
+18°C
26 December
☁️
+17°C
27 December
☀️
+18°C
28 December
☁️
+20°C
29 December
☁️
+22°C
30 December
☁️
+21°C
31 December
☁️
+19°C
In December 2023 Rabat had 13 sunny days, 16 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +20°C, with an absolute maximum of +25°C and a minimum of +17°C. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 33%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Rabat climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+21°C) and the highest in 2023 (+24°C). The driest year was 2023 with only 151 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1996 with 787 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!

Can you swim in Rabat in December?

In general, you can swim in Rabat in December, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +18°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

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, 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.