Weather in Portugal for December 2024
In general, the average temperature in Portugal at the beginning of December is 14.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 15.7 °C by the end of December.
Portugal sees moderate rainfall in December, averaging 9 rainy days.
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Portugal in December average weather
| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  14° | ||||||
| 2 15° | 3 15° | 4 15° | 5  12° | 6 14° | 7 18° | 8 16° |
| 9 19° | 10  18° | 11  18° | 12 19° | 13 15° | 14  14° | 15 15° |
| 16 16° | 17 15° | 18 14° | 19 14° | 20 15° | 21 15° | 22 18° |
| 23 17° | 24 16° | 25  15° | 26 16° | 27 16° | 28  16° | 29  15° |
| 30 16° | 31 16° |
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Temperatures trend during December in Portugal
December weather day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 14° /11° | 1.1 mm | 3 | |
| 2 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 15° /10° | 0.4 mm | 4 | |
| 3 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 15° /10° | 1.7 mm | 4 | |
| 4 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 15° /11° | 7.2 mm | 4 | |
| 5 Dec. | Light rain | 12° /9° | 5.4 mm | 3 | |
| 6 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 14° /10° | 0.1 mm | 3 | |
| 7 Dec. | Light rain shower | 18° /13° | 4.4 mm | 4 | |
| 8 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 16° /13° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 9 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 19° /14° | 0.4 mm | 4 | |
| 10 Dec. | Partly cloudy | 18° /14° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 11 Dec. | Overcast | 18° /13° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 12 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 19° /15° | 0.6 mm | 4 | |
| 13 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 15° /11° | 0.2 mm | 4 | |
| 14 Dec. | Sunny | 14° /10° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 15 Dec. | Partly cloudy | 15° /8° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 16 Dec. | Sunny | 16° /8° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 17 Dec. | Sunny | 15° /7° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 18 Dec. | Sunny | 14° /7° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 19 Dec. | Sunny | 14° /7° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 20 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 15° /10° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 21 Dec. | Sunny | 15° /9° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 22 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 18° /11° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
| 23 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 17° /11° | 0.2 mm | 5 | |
| 24 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 16° /10° | 1 mm | 4 | |
| 25 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 15° /10° | 12.2 mm | 4 | |
| 26 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 16° /9° | 1.1 mm | 4 | |
| 27 Dec. | Sunny | 16° /9° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 28 Dec. | Cloudy | 16° /11° | 1 mm | 4 | |
| 29 Dec. | Heavy rain at times | 15° /12° | 1.6 mm | 4 | |
| 30 Dec. | Overcast | 16° /12° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 31 Dec. | Overcast | 16° /12° | 0.4 mm | 4 | |
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Guide for Portugal in December
In December, Portugal experiences mild and relatively wet weather, particularly in the northern regions. At the beginning of the month, cities like Lisbon and Porto typically see average temperatures around 14° during the day, dropping to around 8° at night.
The northern regions, such as Braga and Guimaraes, tend to be slightly cooler, with daytime temperatures around 12° and nighttime temperatures around 5°.
As the month progresses, the temperatures tend to decrease slightly, with daytime temperatures in Lisbon and Porto dropping to around 12° and nighttime temperatures falling to around 6°. In the northern regions, temperatures may drop to around 10° during the day and 3° at night.
The weather in Portugal in December is often characterized by occasional rain showers, especially in the northern and coastal areas. However, the southern regions, such as the Algarve, tend to experience milder and drier conditions compared to the rest of the country.
Overall, December marks the beginning of the winter season in Portugal, and visitors should be prepared for cooler temperatures and the possibility of rain during their travels.
Portugal in December - FAQ
What to pack to Portugal in December?
As you prepare for your trip to Portugal in December, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Portugal, during December, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Clothing
- Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
- Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
- Footwear
- Waterproof Shoes
- Accessories
- Scarves: To protect you from the cold wind
- Gloves/Mittens: Essential for cold weather
- Warm Hats: Warm hats for insulation in cold weather
- Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days
December rainfall patterns in Portugal
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