What's the Weather like in Eilat in December
Temperature
December in Eilat marks the arrival of winter with average temperatures dropping to about 15 degrees Celsius.
The average highs and lows for the month of December range between 20 degrees Celsius and 10 degrees Celsius respectively.
Humidity & Rain
The chance of rainfall in Eilat remains essentially constant during the month of December at about 0.2 inches per day.
Over the course of December, the average rainfall averages to about 6 mm over a period of 2 days.
Sunshine Hours
In December, Eilat experiences an average of 9 hours of sunshine through the month.
The length of the day in December remains essentially constant over the course of the month, with an average day light increase of about 10 minutes.
Sea Temperature
The average sea temperature at Eilat during the month of December is 23 degrees Celsius or about 73 degrees Celsius.
Over the course of December, the average surface water temperature is gradually decreasing- from 74 degrees Fahrenheit to 72 degrees Fahrenheit.
Wind
In December, Eilat experiences a constant average hourly wind speed between 0.1 miles per hour of 7.4 miles per hour throughout.
The hourly average wind speed in Eilat all through December is predominantly from the North, with a peak proportion of 47 per cent on the 1st of December.
Dress Code
The month of December experiences a relatively cold climate, and it is advised that you carry warm clothing to brave the cold.
The weather is chillier during the night and it is advised to carry layering, warm clothes like a warm jacket, a sweater, or scarves to keep you warm and comfortable.
Click here for Eilat's weather forecast for the next 14 days. Also, to get an idea of annual weather averages for Eilat, follow this link.
Eilat Hotels in December
La Villa Eilat
La Villa Eilat is a well-known accommodation facility located close to everything you will need. Just a 15-minute walk from the beach, only 1km from the centre of Eilat and 1.8 km from Eilat's airport. Extremely nice, clean and accommodating, the facilities included are air conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi, a patio with tables and chairs, flat-screen satellite TV, refrigerator, a shower, private bathrooms with free toiletries and towels and a shared kitchen. The other notable features of this hotel are brilliant service and a welcoming staff. This property is rated as one of the most famous and preferred accommodation choices in the whole of Eilat and offers excellent value for money.
C Hotel Eilat
The C Hotel Eilat is a high-end luxury hotel situated in the business centre of Eilat and at a 9 minutes' walk from Hapnina Beach and a distance of 4 km from the Dolphin Reef ecological site. The downtown hotel has casual rooms featuring flat-screens, mini fridges, sitting areas, tea and coffee making equipment, family rooms with sofa beds for up to 5 people. Upgraded rooms offer balconies and some have pool views. Also included are free parking and breakfast served in an airy lobby café, and amenities like an outdoor pool with a seasonal kids' splash pool, a poolside snack bar, a synagogue, spa treatments, entertainment and a kids' club.
U Suites
Another high-end hotel with beach access located at a distance of 3 km from Kings City amusement park, 4 km from Dolphin Reef and 7 km from Coral World Underwater Observatory is the U Suites hotel. The hotel has modern suites with balconies, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, separate living rooms, while upgraded suites include pool views, tea and coffeemakers, Jacuzzis or kitchenettes. Extra amenities include an outdoor pool, a terrace with gulf views, a synagogue, live entertainment, a kid's club, a casual restaurant, a poolside bar, a gym, a spa with a Jacuzzi and a sauna that offers massages.
Dan Eilat Hotel
Dan Eilat Hotel is located across the street from the beach, at a distance of 3 km from the Eilat Airport and 5 km from Dolphin Reef beach and tourist attractions. Dan Eilat features relaxed rooms with balconies, sea views, sofas, flat-screens, free Wi-Fi and upgraded rooms add access to a club lounge, and include terraces and whirlpool tubs. With a room service that is available 24/7, the hotel offers free breakfast and parking facilities. The other value additions include a buffet-style restaurant, a snack bar, a Middle Eastern BBQ grill, a nightclub, an outdoor lagoon-style pool with a waterslide, a splash pool, a kids' club, and a spa with a hammam.
Eilat Beaches for December
Hananya Beach
Hananya Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in the city of Eilat. The beaches feature several eateries with choices for every palate, boat rentals, SUP board lessons and rentals, swimming, entertainment, shopping and is a hang-out venue for the entire family. The beach features calm, serene waters and a wide array of water sports and fun-filled activities, extreme and adventure sports. This clean and tidy beach features clear waters and other cool attractions. With shops and restaurants lining the beach, this is one of the most frequented beaches in the whole of Eilat by locals and tourists alike.
Bars and Restaurants
Paulina Ice Creamy
In the mood for some delicious ice cream? Paulina Ice Creamy is a famous, well-known ice cream corner in the city which offers brilliant varieties of ice cream. The special flavours offered by Paulina Eilat include cheese cake, Malabi, milk and basil, and classic flavours like vanilla, chocolate, white chocolate, fruit, litchi and many more. The ice cream restaurant uses high quality components and natural ingredients to churn out mouth-watering ice cream rich in flavour, taste and texture. In addition to the lovely ice cream, the restaurant offers some of the freshest Belgian Waffles in town along with brilliant ice cream flavours and whipped cream. Easily one of the tastiest Italian ice cream restaurants in town!
9 beach Eilat
A well-known branch of the National Nine Beach Network, the 9 beach Eilat is situated at a great location- in the midst of a busy, touristic location in Eilat. The restaurant offers lovely, large portions and a lovely beach view, amazing food and a pleasant atmosphere. Well-maintained and very well organised, the restaurant comprises of some of the most welcoming and accommodating wait staff in the whole of Eilat. All in all, the restaurant has a great atmosphere, serves lovely food and is a great opportunity to dine close to the sea and sands.
Olla
Do you love authentic Spanish food? Olla is a top-notch Spanish restaurant serving a wide variety of lovely, authentic and traditional Spanish dishes including a variety of meat and tapas bread. The Spanish atmosphere adds a nice vibe to the restaurant's surroundings, and offers a rich, sensory experience. The menu includes a great selection of authentic local cuisine and includes a wide variety of vegetables, tapas, meat and sea food like seafood stews, mixed seafood dishes, entrecote and much more. Our recommendations to you if you plan to visit the Olla restaurant include the famous crème Catalan.
Tarshish 9
Tarshish 9 is a brilliant gem in the wide array of Italian restaurants that line the city of Eilat. The menu includes meat based dishes mainly, made in a middle-eastern kitchen, and is a blend of some professional polishing and modern touches. The restaurant also offers a lovely children's menu including kids' favourite items like chicken fingers and burgers, French fries and salad and impeccable desserts. If you happen to visit the Tarshish 9, we recommend to you the Shesh Al haesh- a portion for two, including a lamb kebab skewer, skewered entrecote, two lamb chops and chicken hearts.
Things to do in Eilat in December
Hai Bar - Wildlife Reserve, Eilat
If you are looking for an exciting wildlife safari while in Eilat, visit the Hai Bar Wildlife reserve. The reserve allows you to drive through the place on your own car and you get to see some fascinating animals pretty up and close to you. Offering a wonderful exposure to desert animals in their natural habitat, this natural reserve offers great opportunities to take pictures and is heaven for a wildlife photographer. The wildlife reserve makes for an exciting family trip and a fascinating escape on a holiday. The wildlife reserve has several animals you will not find in a usual zoo, so if you happen to visit Eilat, make sure you visit the Hai Bar Wildlife reserve.
Isrotel Theatre
Isrotel Theatre hosts amazing performances in the evening. The theatre hosts a well-known, spectacular and famous show OW, which is a combination of dancers, acrobatics, and many artists. Created by the famous Israeli artist Hanoch Rosen, the WOW show is one of Israel's most popular tourist attractions and is not to be missed. The WOW show is well-produced, funny and a complete package of fun, suitable for the entire family. This show is fun, amazing and memorable for the audience. This is a recommended spectacular experiences for a tourist visiting Eilat. Do not miss this one while in Eilat, it definitely does make for an unforgettable experience.
