Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for December
| Metric | Tbilisi | Baku | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 6°C (43°F) | 9°C (48°F)▲ | Baku |
| Average LowHigher is milder | -3°C (27°F) | 6°C (43°F)▲ | Baku |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 6 days▲ | 7 days | Tbilisi |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 29 mm▲ | 33 mm | Tbilisi |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 7h/day▲ | 6h/day | Tbilisi |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 10 km/h▲ | 31 km/h | Tbilisi |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Tbilisi edges ahead as the better destination in December. Tbilisi offers 7 hours of daily sunshine with only 6 rain days, while Baku sees 6 sunshine hours and 7 rain days.
Tbilisi is on the cooler side at 6°C, requiring warmer clothing. Baku is cooler at 9°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Tbilisi is the stronger choice in December. Tbilisi receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Tbilisi reaches an average high of 6°C (43°F) and drops to -3°C (27°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Baku averages 9°C (48°F) for the high and 6°C (43°F) for the low, with a daily range of 3°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.
Tbilisi receives approximately 29 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during December. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Baku sees 33 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Tbilisi the drier option by 1 rain day and 4 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 6°C, lows of -3°C, 6 rain days
Highs of 9°C, lows of 6°C, 7 rain days
Pack for both: heavy winter coat, thermal base layers, warm gloves and hat, insulated boots, a packable rain jacket, an umbrella. These items are useful in either destination during December.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. December is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Tbilisi | Baku | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 5°C | 6d | 7°C | 7d |
| Feb | 6°C | 7d | 7°C | 6d |
| Mar | 11°C | 11d | 10°C | 5d |
| Apr | 16°C | 14d | 14°C | 5d |
| May | 21°C | 16d | 20°C | 4d |
| Jun | 26°C | 11d | 26°C | 2d |
| Jul | 29°C | 8d | 29°C | 1d |
| Aug | 30°C | 7d | 29°C | 1d |
| Sep | 24°C | 9d | 25°C | 4d |
| Oct | 18°C | 10d | 19°C | 7d |
| Nov | 11°C | 7d | 13°C | 8d |
| Dec | 6°C | 6d | 9°C | 7d |
Tbilisi Weather in December
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