Weather Comparison
Amman vs Cairo
Side-by-side weather comparison for December
December Weather: Amman vs Cairo
| Metric | Amman | Cairo | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 15°C (59°F) | 21°C (70°F)▲ | Cairo |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 6°C (43°F) | 10°C (50°F)▲ | Cairo |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 6 days | 0 days▲ | Cairo |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 33 mm | 2 mm▲ | Cairo |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 9h/day | 9h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 70% | 70% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 2 | 2 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h▲ | 16 km/h | Amman |
Which City is Better in December?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Cairo edges ahead as the better destination in December. Cairo offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 0 rain days, while Amman sees 9 sunshine hours and 6 rain days.
Amman sits in the comfortable travel range at 15°C. Cairo is also comfortable at 21°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cairo is the stronger choice in December.
Temperature Comparison in December
Amman reaches an average high of 15°C (59°F) and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Cairo averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 10°C (50°F) for the low, with a daily range of 11°C. There is a notable 6°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.
Rainfall Comparison in December
Amman receives approximately 33 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during December. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Cairo sees 2 mm over 0 rain days. That makes Cairo the drier option by 6 rain days and 31 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.
What to Pack: Amman vs Cairo
Packing for Amman in December
Highs of 15°C, lows of 6°C, 6 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
Packing for Cairo in December
Highs of 21°C, lows of 10°C, 0 rain days
- ✓light layers
- ✓a light jacket for evenings
- ✓sunscreen
Year-Round Comparison: Amman vs Cairo
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month of the year, helping you find the best time to visit either city.December is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Amman | Cairo | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 13°C | 8d | 19°C | 1d |
| Feb | 14°C | 8d | 21°C | 1d |
| Mar | 18°C | 6d | 24°C | 1d |
| Apr | 23°C | 3d | 29°C | 0d |
| May | 28°C | 1d | 33°C | 0d |
| Jun | 31°C | 0d | 36°C | 0d |
| Jul | 33°C | 0d | 37°C | 0d |
| Aug | 33°C | 0d | 37°C | 0d |
| Sep | 31°C | 0d | 35°C | 0d |
| Oct | 27°C | 2d | 31°C | 0d |
| Nov | 20°C | 4d | 25°C | 1d |
| Dec | 15°C | 6d | 21°C | 0d |
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