Guinea in December: Weather, Crowds & What to Expect

Season
High Season
Temperature
23-31°C (73-88°F)
Crowds
High
Prices
High
Dry season conditions with cooler nights in many parts of the country and low rainfall. Harmattan haze may return intermittently, reducing visibility but bringing drier air. A convenient time for overland travel and visiting natural areas with fewer disruptions.

Climate Map for December

Guinea average temperature in December
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Average temperature across Guinea in December.

City Weather in December

City High Low Rain UV Feels
Conakry 32° 22° 8 mm very high Hot
Grand Mosque of Conakry 32° 22° 8 mm very high Hot
Nzérékoré 33° 14° 22 mm very high Mild
Kankan 35° 13° 0 mm very high Mild
Manéah 33° 21° 8 mm very high Hot
Dubréka 33° 21° 7 mm very high Hot
Kindia 32° 19° 5 mm very high Warm

High / low are average daily temperatures (°C). “Feels” reflects how hot or cold it feels, allowing for humidity.

Conakry & Maritime Coast

December ushers in cool, dry harmattan breezes most years, making coastal walking and market visits comfortable and dustier mornings common. Tourist services settle into the dry-season rhythm and travel inland to places like Kindia and Boké is straightforward. Bring a light sweater for cool mornings and evenings and sunglasses and a scarf to block the occasional sandy wind.

Fouta Djallon Highlands (Labé, Dalaba, Mamou)

December is crisp and dry with cool nights and clear skies - great for long-distance views across the highlands from summit points near Mamou. Daytime walking is comfortable and camping is more predictable, though mornings can be chilly enough to need a jacket. This month is popular with local and regional visitors, so arrange accommodation in advance if you want a base in Labé or Dalaba.

Guinée Forestière (Southeast - Nzérékoré, Monts Nimba)

December is generally dry, and mornings can feel cool under the forest canopy - a comfortable time for trekking and birding before the harmattan dust reaches farther west. Travel services return to a steadier rhythm and accommodations in Nzérékoré are easier to book. Pack lightweight long-sleeved clothing for insect protection and a light jacket for cooler nights at elevation.

Upper Guinea & Inland Savannah (Kankan, Siguiri, Kouroussa)

December cools down a little at night and stays dry and sunny during the day, providing excellent conditions for sightseeing and travel across Upper Guinea. Roads are firm and river levels are lower, which helps access remote cultural sites. Visitors should still bring sun protection and a light jacket for cooler evenings, especially in towns at modest elevation.

Events & Festivals in December

Eid al-Fitr / Eid al-Adha (dates vary)
Major Islamic holidays are observed nationwide on dates that shift annually according to the lunar calendar.