Find out all about the rest in the main resort of the Krasnodar Territory at the beginning of winter. What is the weather in Sochi in December, how to dress, what to do and where to have an inexpensive rest. Advice and reviews of tourists.
Is there life in the resort
Holidays in Sochi in December are suitable for everyone who likes to breathe fresh air and walk without a crowd of people. A large resort city on the Black Sea coast welcomes tourists all year round - much less tourists come out of season than in summer, but the infrastructure does not freeze. There are restaurants, bars and cafes, sightseeing buses take tourists to the sights, and almost all entertainment venues are open.
Tanyushka: "In December we rushed to Sochi and did not regret it. We left - we have knee-deep snowdrifts, and everything is green there. Palm trees in parks, everyone walks in light jackets, the weather is + 15 ° C. In Sochi, in December, it is real spring. Not too many people. The beaches are empty. Walk and enjoy the silence. "
tamriko57: "The city pleased with its cleanliness and green spaces. Fishermen on the embankment hunt for mullet, some admire the seascapes, and some go for a walk in the open sea on a yacht. You can even see dolphins in winter."
Temperature and precipitation
In December 2021, the weather in Sochi is not cold. Snow lies only in the mountains. The average air temperature is +9 ... + 11 ° С, and the water in the Black Sea is +12 ... + 13 ° С.
On the northern border of the subtropics in winter, everything can change at any time. It is clear in the morning, and in the middle of the day the sun is overcast and it starts to rain. In December, no one swims in Sochi, but tourists are happy to come to the seashore to admire the waves, seagulls and breathe in the fresh sea air.
Air temperature in December, day and night:
| When | t in the afternoon | t at night |
| Early December | + 9 ° C | + 6 ° C |
| Mid December | + 10 ° C | + 7 ° C |
| End of December | + 10 ° C | + 7 ° C |
Elena: "In December, we even managed to soak up the beach. Of course, we did not sunbathe in swimsuits, but we managed to walk along the sea with a cup of coffee, enjoying the winter sun."
Luda: "It is very unusual to be in the winter where people swam in the sea in summer. In December, the weather is similar to early spring. When the sun is shining, it is warm, when there is no sun, it is cool."
How to dress
Because of the changeable weather, you will have to take both light and warm clothes on vacation. A warm windproof jacket with a hood, a reliable raincoat or umbrella, as well as waterproof sports shoes will not be superfluous. A warm hat and gloves are useful for trips to the mountains, and sunglasses for walks by the sea on a clear day.
LikaLina: "Warm weather can not be called in any way: there is high humidity on the coast, you can get caught in rain and strong wind. A windproof light down jacket or jacket and waterproof demi-season shoes are the most suitable option. It is better to use layering in clothes: it got hot, took off the jacket, the wind blew - got warm. "
Yuri: "We were in Sochi in mid-December: it was warm, but the showers overpowered. Of the 5 days of rest, 3 were damp. An umbrella and waterproof shoes were saved. I advise you to choose a hotel with an indoor pool, at least some kind of entertainment in the rain."
Things to do
In December, it is pleasant to walk in Sochi, go on excursions and get acquainted with interesting museums. If you like active rest, climb to the observation deck on Mount Akhun and go through the test of courage in the Skypark. The ski season begins in December. Go skiing or snowboarding to Krasnaya Polyana!
Find out how to have a great rest in Sochi in winter.
Natalia: "We walked every day with a camera. The water in the sea was + 13 ° C, there were people who wanted to swim or at least walk along the embankment. You could also ride on the sea on yachts and catamaran."
Arkady: "The whole family spent most of December in Sochi. Everyone found something to do. My son and I went skiing to the mountains. Wife and daughter visited spas and mud baths. Sometimes everyone went on excursions together and walked along the sea."
Vacation with children
According to tourists, a trip with a child to Sochi in December leaves a good impression. There are many places for walking in the city, there is a dolphinarium, an oceanarium and an amusement park "Sochi Park". Take a walk in the green park "Riviera", the arboretum and the Olympic Park, go with the whole family to the Yew-and-boxwood grove and to the Agursky waterfalls! For families with children in December, we recommend choosing a hotel in Sochi, which has a heated pool. Look for hotels on Hotelluk, the best of them are:
- Hotels in Sochi and Adler with heated pool
- Hotels in Krasnaya Polyana with heated pool
Anna: "We were in Sochi in the second half of December. I liked the oceanarium. Albeit small, but diverse animals. It was interesting for children to feed carp and watch moray eels. Plus, there are practically no queues at the cashier in the cold season."
Malkouv: "In winter, Sochi Park looks no worse than in summer. Beautiful well-groomed territory, children's attractions work. I liked drawing with huge markers right on the wall."
Should you rest in December
The low season in Sochi has many advantages - there are few people, prices for housing and excursions are lower than in summer, and the weather is not hot. You cannot swim in the sea, but the beach holiday is compensated by the pools with heated water, which are in many sanatoriums, boarding houses and hotels in Sochi.
According to tourist reviews for 2020, holidays in Sochi are especially good in the second half of December. At this time, preparations for the New Year holidays come to an end, and the resort pleases with bright colors and a special pre-holiday atmosphere.
