Cooler, comfortable weather with low humidity and little rain; evenings can be pleasantly cool. This is prime time for sightseeing and outdoor events.
Average daily low and high (°C) and monthly rainfall. The badge shows how it feels, allowing for humidity.
Average temperature across Bahrain in December.
Manama, Juffair, Seef
Chilled, dry air marks December; daytime highs sit around 18-21°C and nights can drop into the low teens, so layering is sensible when walking between museums and cafés. The city sparkles with holiday-season activity and outdoor winter markets pop up along the waterfront. While snow is never an issue, bring a warm layer for late-night walks and expect the busiest tourist period of the year from mid-December through February.
Muharraq City, Bahrain International Airport, Amwaj
December’s pleasant coastal days are textbook winter in Bahrain: 18-21°C by day, with clear skies and low humidity that make exploring Muharraq’s alleyways and the waterfront cafes enjoyable. Morning mists over shallow lagoons can lend atmospheric photography opportunities, and weekend markets draw crowds. This is a peak travel period, so reserve accommodation and expect higher prices and lively nightlife around waterfront developments.
Riffa, Isa Town, Sakhir, Royal Golf Areas
December’s daytime temperatures around 18-20°C make the interior mild and attractive for touring historic sites and for early-season motorsport testing in Sakhir. Nights are noticeably cooler than the coast so a warm sweater is useful for outdoor evenings. Overall, this is one of the best months to sample rural life and golf with comfortable conditions and lively weekend crowds.
Sitra, Hawar Islands, Southern Reefs
December brings crisp air and calm seas favorable for boat travel and birding, with daytime temperatures around 18-21°C and mornings that can be distinctly cool. The islands see a seasonal peak in visitors who come for wildlife and quiet coastal walks; pack warm layers for nights and expect lively early bookings for boat tours and island stays.
Bahrain National Day on December 16 is celebrated with parades and official events around the island.
See how December compares with the rest of the year, then read the full guide.