The month in detail
What to expect in December
Off-season for skiing Bakuriani — lifts are closed. Consider hiking, mountain biking or summer activities at altitude. Rain risk remains low (25% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
December ranks 8 out of 12 months in Bakuriani. Compared to November: −4°C daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
2 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
-7°
Daylight
9.0h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 29
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Bakuriani is August (7.4/10), 6.5 pts higher than December.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a mountain stay.
Country · Georgia
🗣️LanguageGéorgien
💶CurrencyLari géorgien (₾)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeAlpine mountain climate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 22°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 0°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMay · 52%
🏔️ Mountain stay
⛰️Village altitude1700 m
🎿Ski area1700 → 2700 m
⛷️Ski seasonDec → May
🥾Hiking seasonJun → Sep
🧗High mountains ⓘGuide recommended
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Location
Where is Bakuriani ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
GeorgiaAlpine mountain climate climate with a 7.4 → 0.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
41.75°N · 43.53°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Bakuriani?
It depends on the activity. For skiing: February (ski score 7.2/10). For hiking/summer: February (7.2/10, 2.0°C).
Can you ski in Bakuriani in winter?
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 7.1/10. Cold temperatures (0°C max in January) and frequent snowfall.
Is it warm in Bakuriani in summer?
In February, temperatures average 2.0°C. Best period for hiking and outdoor activities.
What is the wettest month in Bakuriani?
November is the wettest month with November has the lowest climate score of the year.
Do you need sun protection in Bakuriani in December?
The average UV index reaches 2 in December in Bakuriani (low), with about 9.0h of daylight. No protection needed.