December Packing List for Tbilisi — What to Wear & Bring

Essentials

If you only pack a few things, pack these.

• Insulated coatEssential

  Tbilisi's December 48°F highs around the Old Town (Kala) make insulated coat essential for wandering the cobblestone streets near the Sulfur Baths.

• Fleece jacketEssential

  Tbilisi December highs of 48°F with 10 precip days demand fleece jacket for warmth during uphill climbs to Narikala Fortress.

• Windproof shellEssential

  Tbilisi's December winds on Sololaki hill near Mother of Georgia statue require a windproof shell to handle rapid weather changes from the Caucasus.

• Waterproof bootsEssential

  Tbilisi's December 10 precip days make waterproof boots necessary to navigate trails in Tbilisi Botanical Garden.

• Insulated shoesEssential

  Tbilisi December 34°F lows around Abanotubani require insulated shoes for cobblestones near the Sulfur Baths.

• BeanieEssential

  Tbilisi December winds at Narikala Fortress with 34°F lows make a beanie essential for panoramic views during evening drops.

• GlovesEssential

  Tbilisi's December Caucasus chills around Sololaki hill require gloves to protect hands on steep paths to Mother of Georgia.

• UmbrellaEssential

  Tbilisi's December 10 precip days around Abanotubani Sulfur Baths require an umbrella to stay dry on treacherous cobblestones.

• Thermal base layerEssential

  Tbilisi December evenings dropping to 34°F around Rustaveli Avenue and the steep climb to Mtatsminda Park demand thermal layers under jackets for the mountain valley chills and 10 precip days.

Clothing

• Insulated coatEssential

  Tbilisi's December 48°F highs around the Old Town (Kala) make insulated coat essential for wandering the cobblestone streets near the Sulfur Baths.

• Fleece jacketEssential

  Tbilisi December highs of 48°F with 10 precip days demand fleece jacket for warmth during uphill climbs to Narikala Fortress.

• Windproof shellEssential

  Tbilisi's December winds on Sololaki hill near Mother of Georgia statue require a windproof shell to handle rapid weather changes from the Caucasus.

• Base layersRecommended

  Tbilisi December evenings near 34°F at Mtatsminda Park need base layers for fog and cooler 10°F lower temps than the city center.

Footwear

• Waterproof bootsEssential

  Tbilisi's December 10 precip days make waterproof boots necessary to navigate trails in Tbilisi Botanical Garden.

• Insulated shoesEssential

  Tbilisi December 34°F lows around Abanotubani require insulated shoes for cobblestones near the Sulfur Baths.

• Warm socksRecommended

  Tbilisi's December conditions on Bridge of Peace demand warm socks inside sturdy shoes for safe crossing in 48°F highs.

Accessories

• BeanieEssential

  Tbilisi December winds at Narikala Fortress with 34°F lows make a beanie essential for panoramic views during evening drops.

• GlovesEssential

  Tbilisi's December Caucasus chills around Sololaki hill require gloves to protect hands on steep paths to Mother of Georgia.

• ScarfRecommended

  Tbilisi December 10 precip days in the Old Town valley make a scarf useful for humidity near Rustaveli Avenue.

Gear

• UmbrellaEssential

  Tbilisi's December 10 precip days around Abanotubani Sulfur Baths require an umbrella to stay dry on treacherous cobblestones.

• Warm scarfRecommended

  December lows around 34°F in Tbilisi Old Town near Narikala Fortress and Abanotubani make a wool scarf essential against the valley winds and 10 precip days.

• Thermal base layerEssential

  Tbilisi December evenings dropping to 34°F around Rustaveli Avenue and the steep climb to Mtatsminda Park demand thermal layers under jackets for the mountain valley chills and 10 precip days.