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Samarkand in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Samarkand in December 2026? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether December is a good month to travel to Samarkand, Uzbekistan.

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Samarkand in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Samarkand in December in summary
Very bad weather
Min -4°C Max 6°C 28 mm 2 day(s) 67% 29% 7.8 h/day 11.8 cm
Best activities in December
Gastronomy
Practical guidelines
Low crowds 07:46 17:09
Hourly weather

Average weather in Samarkand in December 2026

Very bad weather

The weather in Samarkand in December 2026 is based on statistical data from previous years in December. This allows you to forecast the weather in December 2026. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Samarkand in December

Temperatures, precipitation, snow and monthly trends help better understand the climate in Samarkand in December.

Temperatures and rain in Samarkand in December

Average daily weather

Temperatures, rain and snow day by day in December, with a separate scale for snow.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall Daily snow

Monthly temperatures

The month of December is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Samarkand in December

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Samarkand in December

Check the seasonal normals in Samarkand in December and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
December
Weather data November December January
Outside temperature
Average temperature 5.6°C 1.3°C -0.3°C
Maximum temperature 10.5°C 6.3°C 4.9°C
Minimum temperature 0.7°C -3.6°C -5.6°C
Record maximum temperature 26.0°C
(2017)
20.0°C
(2015)
16.0°C
(2018)
Record low temperature -16.0°C
(2016)
-22.0°C
(2013)
-22.0°C
(2013)
Number of days at +30° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 2 day(s)
(7%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days below 0° 13 day(s)
(43%)
23 day(s)
(74%)
28 day(s)
(90%)
Wind
Wind speed 12 km/h 12 km/h 13 km/h
Wind temperature -1.3°C -6.8°C -9.3°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 37.3 mm 28.3 mm 35.4 mm
Number of days with precipitation 9 day(s)
(30%)
8 day(s)
(26%)
9 day(s)
(29%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 3 day(s)
(10%)
2 day(s)
(6%)
2 day(s)
(7%)
Record precipitation in one day 17.8 mm
(2018)
30.0 mm
(2009)
20.0 mm
(2020)
Other weather data
Humidity 59% 67% 71%
Visibility 9.5 km 9.4 km 9.3 km
Cloud cover 23% 29% 29%
UV index 3 2 2
Daily sunshine 8h 8h 8h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 07h16 07h46 07h51
Sunset time 17h17 17h09 17h33
Day length 10h01 9h23 9h42
Our opinion on the climate in December
The review of Where And When very bad weather very bad weather very bad weather
Activities and events

What to do in Samarkand in December?

Best activities in December
Gastronomy
Possible activities in December
Cultural visits and heritage
Activities not recommended in December
Nature and landscapes
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Samarkand in December last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Samarkand in December 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Clear/Sunny
-3°C11°C0.0 mm
2
Clear/Sunny
1°C12°C0.0 mm
3
Partly Cloudy
2°C14°C0.0 mm
4
Clear/Sunny
2°C10°C0.6 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
0°C6°C1.5 mm
6
Partly Cloudy
-2°C9°C0.0 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
1°C12°C0.0 mm
8
Patchy rain nearby
6°C8°C0.6 mm
9
Light rain
-1°C8°C1.5 mm
10
Clear/Sunny
5°C11°C0.0 mm
11
Partly Cloudy
5°C15°C0.0 mm
12
Patchy rain nearby
9°C15°C0.1 mm
13
Clear/Sunny
6°C13°C0.3 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
1°C13°C2.7 mm
15
Overcast
-3°C4°C1.1 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
0°C11°C0.0 mm
17
Light drizzle
1°C7°C4.7 mm
18
Light sleet
1°C3°C3.6 mm1.4 cm
19
Partly Cloudy
-3°C4°C0.1 mm0.7 cm
20
Heavy snow
1°C3°C5.8 mm13.3 cm
21
Moderate snow
-7°C0°C1.1 mm2.5 cm
22
Moderate snow
-8°C1°C0.4 mm0.8 cm
23
Clear/Sunny
-6°C6°C0.0 mm
24
Clear/Sunny
-3°C7°C0.0 mm
25
Overcast
0°C9°C0.0 mm
26
Clear/Sunny
0°C4°C0.0 mm
27
Overcast
2°C8°C0.0 mm
28
Overcast
2°C9°C0.0 mm
29
Partly Cloudy
5°C13°C0.0 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
5°C9°C1.9 mm
31
Heavy snow
1°C4°C4.1 mm6.1 cm
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Where to go near Samarkand in December?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Samarkand in December: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Not really. The weather conditions are unfavorable in Samarkand in December, which places this month 12th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of 6°C during the day and -4°C at night, with about 28 mm of precipitation spread over 2 rainy days.

Expect about 7.8 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Gastronomy. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

No: this month is in Low crowds, with a visitor index of 30/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Samarkand are: May, June, July, August and September. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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