Eilat Weather in December — Sea, Hanukkah, and Accommodation

Eilat Weather in December — The Short Answer

Eilat's weather in December is warm and dry compared to the rest of the country: according to the Meteorological Service, the multi-year average (1991–2020) is about 23°C during the day and 12°C at night, with less than one rainy day on average throughout the month. The sea in the Gulf of Eilat remains around 23–24°C in December — still suitable for swimming. Planning a December vacation? This page features villas and apartments in Eilat; to see only properties available for your dates, enter them in the website search. For groups and families during Hanukkah — villas in Eilat.

Eilat December Weather Table

Table: Eilat Weather in December — Averages and What They Mean for You

December 2025, for example, was warmer than average: according to the Meteorological Service's monthly summary, the average daytime temperature in Eilat was 23.8°C and the average nighttime temperature was 13.7°C, the hottest day reached 28.8°C (December 6) and the coldest night dropped to 8.1°C (December 18). One rainy day was recorded in Eilat throughout the month.

Can you swim in the sea in Eilat in December?

Yes, for most people. With water temperatures averaging around 23.6°C, December is still suitable for swimming, snorkeling, and diving, but the water gradually cools throughout the month. It's advisable to enter the water around noon and bring a large towel or a warm layer for exiting the water. Children and those sensitive to cold will feel more comfortable with a thin wetsuit.

What to wear in Eilat in December

The difference between day and night is about 11 degrees, so the rule is layers: light clothing during the day, a warm layer in the evening. Here's what's worth packing:

• Short-sleeved and thin long-sleeved shirts — it's about 23°C during the day, and the sun is strong even in winter
• Sweatshirt or light jacket — for evenings of about 12°C and early mornings
• Swimsuit and sunscreen — for the sea at noon and a heated pool
• Walking shoes and long trousers — December is comfortable for hikes in the Eilat Mountains and Timna Park

The full seasonal list can be found in the Eilat packing checklist.

Pool in December — Heated or Not?

After nights of about 12°C, an unheated pool is too cool for most people. Those planning a pool vacation in December can search for villas with a heated pool in Eilat — and verify on the property page that heating is available for their dates.

Hanukkah 2026 in Eilat

Hanukkah 2026 begins on the evening of December 4 and lasts until December 12, and the Hanukkah school holiday, according to the Ministry of Education, is December 6–12, 2026. These are the busiest days of the month in Eilat, so if you're coming with children during the holiday, it's advisable to check availability early. Villas and apartments for the holiday are compiled on the Hanukkah 2026 in Eilat page, and all holiday dates, school breaks, and events for the upcoming year are in the Eilat holidays and events calendar.

What to do in Eilat in December

• Snorkeling and diving — the water is still around 23–24°C
• Trip to Timna Park and the Eilat Mountains — without the summer heat
• Spa and heated pool — in a private villa, after a day out
• Evenings on the promenade and marina — sitting outdoors with a warm layer

Accommodation in Eilat in December

Outside of Hanukkah week, December is calmer, and during Hanukkah itself, the demand increases. To see only villas and apartments available for your dates, enter them in the website search. Questions? WhatsApp or call 050-780-1370 — send us your dates and number of people on WhatsApp — we'll get back to you with available options for December. Arriving a bit earlier? See also Eilat weather in November.