Travel by month
Where to go in December
63 countries usually have ideal weather in December: mild, sunny and mostly dry. Here they are by region, plus my top pick.
Marshall’s pick for December
Queenstown, New Zealand
Early summer: long, bright days for hiking. Showers are common, so pack a rain shell.
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Ideal weather in December, by region
Middle East (7)
Africa (29)
North & Central America (14)
Oceania (2)
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Ideal in December and easy on the wallet for a long stay.
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Questions about traveling in December
Where is the best weather in December?
63 countries usually have ideal weather in December, including Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Benin and more. My top pick is Queenstown, New Zealand: Early summer: long, bright days for hiking. Showers are common, so pack a rain shell.
Where is warm and affordable in December?
Budget-friendly places with ideal weather in December include Bangladesh, Benin, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Cameroon and more.
Where should I avoid in December?
Bali and Indonesia (wet season) and Northern Australia (cyclone season begins).
Where can I go in December that is good but less crowded?
34 more countries have good, not perfect, weather in December. Expect a few more showers or a bit more heat, but often lower prices and fewer crowds.
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General guidance based on typical seasonal weather, not a forecast. Always check current travel advisories and entry rules before you book.