The climate of Samarkand in December is humid. An average of 28 mm precipitation is recorded over 8 days. The situation is drier than the previous month: in November, the average recorded is 37 mm over 9 days.
Temperatures are cold in Samarkand in December: expect warm clothing. The average maximum temperature reaches 6°C, while the minimum falls to about -4°C. The month's average temperature is 1°C. These normals should be compared with the records recorded in Samarkand in December: 20°C as a maximum in 2015 and -22°C as a minimum in 2013. Plan for about 23 days with temperatures below 0°, which is 74% of the month.
In December, the days last on average 09:23 in Samarkand. The sun rises around 07:46 and sets around 17:09.
With very unfavorable weather, the month of December is generally not recommended for traveling to Samarkand in Uzbekistan.
In December, the most favorable activities in Samarkand are: Gastronomy.
Some activities remain possible even if conditions are not optimal: Cultural visits and heritage.
By contrast, these activities are not recommended or are ill-suited in Samarkand in December: Nature and landscapes.