Weather in Lara Beach in December

How December compares

December is the 10th warmest month of the year in Lara Beach. Within Turkey it is 12th of 18 (Turkey in December). Against London's average high of 7.7°C in December, Lara Beach is 6.4°C warmer by day and 4.4°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in December

The typical December day in Lara Beach peaks at 14.1°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 17.7°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 7.1°C; one night in ten drops to 3.2°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest December day here reached 22.5°C (2010-12-03) and the coldest night 0.0°C (2004-12-17).

Rain in December

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 13 days with 1 mm or more, 228 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest December was 1996 with 467 mm, the driest 2015 with 11 mm. Humidity averages 73%.

Sea temperature in December

The sea averages 19.5°C - bracing (18-22°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 18.7°C to 20.3°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (29.0°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 9.5 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 08:03 and sets about 17:42 local time in mid-December. Average cloud cover is 52%.

Is December a good time to visit Lara Beach?

December is not the strongest month here: cool days and frequent rain. The best months for Lara Beach on our scoring are June, September, May; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.

Milder than London, but pack for cool evenings

With average daytime highs of 14°C against London's 8°C, Lara Beach offers a noticeable lift in temperature, but not summer conditions. Milder days can reach 18°C or more, making a walk outdoors more appealing when the weather is dry. Even then, dress in layers rather than relying on a T-shirt. Average nights are around 7°C, and the coldest can fall to 3°C or below, so bring a warm jacket for evenings. Keep outdoor plans for the warmer part of the day and leave room to adjust them. This is a reasonable choice for travellers who prefer cool weather to heat, provided rain won't spoil the purpose of the trip.

Rain is the catch, and the sea is bracing

December is wet, with about 13 rainy days, so a waterproof jacket and shoes that cope with rain deserve space in your bag. That doesn't mean every wet day is a complete write-off, but fixed plans built around spending all day outside are a gamble. Choose accommodation where you'd be content to spend time indoors, and use dry spells for walks by the sea. At 19.5°C, the water is bracing rather than comfortably warm; it may suit travellers accustomed to cooler swimming, but it isn't a strong reason to book. Pack a warm layer to put on afterwards if you do swim, as the air is cooler than the water.