December is cool by local standards with comfortable daytime temperatures and cool nights-good for cultural visits and outdoor cafés. This is part of the favored tourist window from late autumn to early spring.
Average daily low and high (°C) and monthly rainfall. The badge shows how it feels, allowing for humidity.
Average temperature across Kuwait in December.
Salmiya, Sharq, Al Kout
December is cool and often windy on the coast: daytime highs commonly sit in the mid-to-high teens Celsius and damp, chilly evenings make a jacket necessary. Rain showers occur sporadically; a strong frontal system can bring a wet, gusty day or two that disrupt ferry services to islands like Failaka. The city’s cultural venues are lively in winter - plan indoor activities and have a compact umbrella and layers for chilly evenings.
Jahra, Mutla Ridge, northern farms
December is cool and dry across the northern plains with the coldest nights of the year; frost is possible in outlying low-lying depressions and on exposed ridges. Daytime is pleasant for long walks and visits to desert forts, while strong frontal winds sometimes bring a grey, brisk day that keeps people indoors. If camping, bring a warm sleeping bag and insulated clothing to stay comfortable after sunset.
Al Ahmadi, Mina Abdullah, Wafra
December is cool and clear in the southern desert with daytime temperatures in the high teens and nights that may approach near-freezing in exposed spots. The dry air feels crisp and comfortable for walking around industrial heritage sites and coastal piers, but pack warm clothing for early-morning visits. Occasional gusty frontal winds can create a blustery day that’s best enjoyed from sheltered vantage points.
Failaka, Bubiyan, Kubbar, Umm al-Maradim environs
December cools the Gulf waters and brings crisp mornings that are excellent for clear-horizon photography from island shores. Ferry operators remain reliable except during occasional frontal systems that bring short, gusty showers; evenings are chilly and require warm layers. This is a quieter time for overnight stays, so pack a warm jacket and be prepared for sudden schedule changes if a winter storm moves through.
There are no major festivals or events in Kuwait during December to be aware of.
See how December compares with the rest of the year, then read the full guide.