December

WEATHER

While temperatures rarely deviate from 28-32°C throughout the year, December is delightfully cooled by trade winds and is drier than most other months of the year.

SEE & DO

For those in search of a peaceful adventure, St Lucia has a multitude of experiences. Whether it’s the world’s only drive-in volcano, tree-to-bar chocolate plantation tours or the chance to climb the stairway to heaven and take in the spectacular unhindered views of shimmering turquoise waters.

WEATHER

Following on from the culmination of the rainy season in November, temperatures are hot on the coast (often above 30°C) and cooler in central regions.

SEE & DO

Hikes in Costa Rica's rainforests will never look so good with the jungle looking its lush best after a wet few months. It serves up a beautiful emerald backdrop for epic wildlife encounters.

WEATHER

The height of the summer, Argentina is drenched in warmth during December. Northern cities like Buenos Aires, Córdoba and Mendoza see temperatures above 30°C, while the country's southern tip witnesses cooler temperatures in the low 20s.

SEE & DO

The warm and dry weather makes it ideal hiking conditions in Patagonia while, following recent rainfall, Iguazú Falls will have swollen so you can witness its roaring waters at their fullest.

WEATHER

Both mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar experience warm and sunny days, while any chance of rainfall often comes overnight.

SEE & DO

Following the 'short rains', December marks the beginning of Tanzania's 'green season'. It's a brilliant time for both safari and birdwatching, when birds like the red-billed hornbill, secretarybirds and grey-crowned cranes can be seen in their thousands.

WEATHER

While the eastern coastline gets wet, Sri Lanka's south and west regions stay dry. The threat of rain in the Tea Country and Cultural Triangle begins to lessen, too.

SEE & DO

December is an irresistible time for wildlife-watching in Sri Lanka's southern national parks like Yala, as well as being when many migratory whale species like fin, sperm, blue and Bryde's are in town.

WEATHER

Yes, it will be cold (temperatures often dip below freezing) and the hours of darkness, but Iceland will be a frozen wilderness you won't be able to take your eyes off of.

SEE & DO

The extra hours of darkness mean December is the best time of year to see the northern lights. The icy tundra, twinned with the festive lights, give Reykjavik and Iceland's signature sights an almost ethereal quality to them.

WEATHER

December is hot in Kenya, with temperatures around 28-30°C. The 'short rains' bring quick bursts of rain, but these never last for long.

SEE & DO

It's a great time for a Kenyan safari as December is calving season and the sight of baby zebras, giraffes and elephants is really special. The lush landscapes are ideal playgrounds for plenty of migratory birds, too.

WEATHER

Decembers sits right in Oman's dry season, so expect comfortable temperatures ranging from 24-27°C. Oman's mountainous regions will be cooler.

SEE & DO

December is one of the coolest months in Oman so it's great for lots of exploring, whether that's in Muscat, the mountains or the desert. You could combine all three.