Weather in Goa in December

How December compares

December is the 5th warmest month of the year in Goa and ranks 1st of 134 destinations we compare for December - see where else is hot in December. Within India it is 1st of 2 (India in December). Against London's average high of 7.7°C in December, Goa is 24.0°C warmer by day and 18.5°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in December

The typical December day in Goa peaks at 31.7°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 33.2°C or more. About 100% of days top 25°C and almost every pass 30°C. Nights average 21.2°C; one night in ten drops to 18.8°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest December day here reached 35.2°C (2017-12-01) and the coldest night 16.8°C (2013-12-21).

Rain in December

Dry (3 rainy days or fewer): about 1 days with 1 mm or more, 7 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest December was 1993 with 57 mm, the driest 1991 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 62%.

Sea temperature in December

The sea averages 27.8°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 27.3°C to 28.4°C. For the warmest sea here, come in May (29.6°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 7.7 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.1 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:53 and sets about 18:06 local time in mid-December. Average cloud cover is 31%.

Is December a good time to visit Goa?

Yes - it is one of the better months: hot days, little rain and long sunny days. The best months for Goa on our scoring are February, January, December; months averaging 25°C or more: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Expect heat, even in December

Goa reaches 30°C on 90% of December days, so plan around heat rather than hoping for occasional warm spells. With humidity averaging 62%, loose, breathable clothing is a sensible choice, and active outings are better kept to the cooler parts of the day. Leave room for shade and a slower pace around midday. Compared with London's average December high of about 8°C, Goa is around 24°C warmer during the day, so give yourself time to adjust after arrival. Evenings are much gentler than afternoons, but not reliably cool. A light layer is useful if you tend to feel chilly, particularly on nights that dip below the usual range.

Dry weather makes outdoor plans easier

Rain is unlikely to dominate a December stay: the month averages about 1 rainy day. That supports flexible outdoor plans without making completely dry weather a guarantee. There is about 7.7 hours of sunshine within 11.1 hours of daylight, so expect plenty of bright weather rather than uninterrupted sunshine. Sun protection and access to shade deserve more attention in your packing and daily routine than heavy rainwear. For a relaxed holiday, use the cooler morning for walking, take a shaded break when the heat builds, and leave time for the sea later. December suits travellers who want warmth and little rain; it is less comfortable for anyone who prefers mild conditions for sustained activity.