December weather forecast
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

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Weather in December

December, the heart of winter, takes its hold over Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal. Chilly temperatures range from 8.5°C (47.3°F) to 15.3°C (59.5°F), marking a distinct transition from November. The month remains humid at around 78%, with rainfall of 39mm (1.54") over nine days, smearing the Christmas season with regular showers. Still, the winter sun makes brief appearances with 5.6 hours of daily sunshine. As Vila Franca de Xira waves goodbye to December, residents look forward to the repetition of this atmospheric cycle in the coming year.

Temperature

The arrival of December denotes a barely perceptible change in the average high-temperatures to a still refreshing 15.3°C (59.5°F) from November's 17.5°C (63.5°F). December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 8.5°C (47.3°F).

Humidity

In Vila Franca de Xira, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Vila Franca de Xira, there are 97 rainfall days, and 309mm (12.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature in Vila Franca de Xira is 16.7°C (62.1°F).
Note: For the majority of people, swimming in water at 16.7°C (62.1°F) is not enjoyable. The challenge of controlling breathing escalates as the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 17:14. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 17:23 WET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.6h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in December leads to these recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Vila Franca de Xira?

Vila Franca de Xira in December has an average high-temperature of 15.3°C (59.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 8.5°C (47.3°F). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Vila Franca de Xira?

The average relative humidity in December in Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Vila Franca de Xira?

In Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 39mm (1.54") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the sea temperature in December in Vila Franca de Xira?

In Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal, in December, the average water temperature is 16.7°C (62.1°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 16.7°C (62.1°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the month with the shortest days in Vila Franca de Xira?

December has the shortest days of the year in Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Vila Franca de Xira have in December?

In Vila Franca de Xira, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Vila Franca de Xira?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 17:14. On the last day of the month, in Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 17:23 WET.

How long on average sun shines in December in Vila Franca de Xira?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Vila Franca de Xira?

The months with the lowest UV index in Vila Franca de Xira are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Vila Franca de Xira?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Vila Franca de Xira is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Average temperature in December - Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in December: 15.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (16.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (7.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Average pressure in December - Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
  • Average pressure in December: 1022.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Average wind speed in December - Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (14.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (11km/h).

Average humidity in December
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Average humidity in December - Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Average rainfall in December - Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in December: 39mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (56mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Average rainfall days in December - Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.2 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Average sea temperature in December - Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
  • Average sea temperature in December: 16.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (20°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (15.2°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Average sunshine days in December - Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Average UV index in December - Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Average cloud cover in December - Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in December
Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

Average visibility in December - Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

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