December weather forecast
Benidorm, Spain

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The coastal city of Benidorm, Spain
The coastal city of Benidorm, Spain

Weather in December

Winter’s full arrival in December brings cooler weather with the lowest average temperatures for the year, registering an average low of 12°C (53.6°F) in Benidorm. This period can get quite wet, with a steady increase in precipitation spread across six days. The decrease in daylight hours paves the way for extended evenings under the clear winter sky. Winter winds blowing across the city bring an aesthetic appeal to the seaside location. Despite the chill, December remains inviting with a unique festive charm evident on the city’s streets and vibrant quarters around the holiday season.

Temperature

December's average high-temperature is a mild 15.2°C (59.4°F), maintaining a close comparison with November's 17.8°C (64°F). Benidorm's nighttime average temperature in December subtly descends to a cool 12°C (53.6°F) from the daily highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 67%.

Rainfall

In Benidorm, in December, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 26mm (1.02") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 84.6 rainfall days, and 260mm (10.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Benidorm, the average seawater temperature in December is 16.4°C (61.5°F).
Note: In 16.4°C (61.5°F), swimming is not an enjoyable activity for most. As the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), it becomes harder to control breathing.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Benidorm, sunrise is at 07:59 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:17 and sunset at 17:49 CET.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are November and December, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Benidorm?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Benidorm, Spain, are 15.2°C (59.4°F) and 12°C (53.6°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Benidorm?

In Benidorm, the average relative humidity in December is 67%.

How much does it rain in Benidorm in December?

In Benidorm, Spain, in December, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 26mm (1.02") of accumulated precipitation.

How cold is the water in December in Benidorm?

In Benidorm, in December, the average water temperature is 16.4°C (61.5°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 16.4°C (61.5°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 Benidorm?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Benidorm.

How many hours of daylight does Benidorm have in December?

The average day length in December in Benidorm is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Benidorm?

On the first day of December in Benidorm, sunrise is at 07:59 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:17 and sunset at 17:49 CET.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Benidorm?

The months with the least sunshine in Benidorm, Spain, are November and December, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Benidorm have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Benidorm?

The months with the lowest UV index in Benidorm are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Benidorm?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Benidorm is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Benidorm, Spain

Average temperature in December - Benidorm, Spain
  • Average high temperature in December: 15.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (14.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (10.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Benidorm, Spain

Average pressure in December - Benidorm, Spain
  • Average pressure in December: 1021.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Benidorm, Spain

Average wind speed in December - Benidorm, Spain
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.8km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Benidorm, Spain

Average humidity in December - Benidorm, Spain
  • Average humidity in December: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (65%).

Average rainfall in December
Benidorm, Spain

Average rainfall in December - Benidorm, Spain
  • Average rainfall in December: 26mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (35mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (6mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Benidorm, Spain

Average rainfall days in December - Benidorm, Spain
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3.9 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Benidorm, Spain

Average sea temperature in December - Benidorm, Spain
  • Average sea temperature in December: 16.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (14°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Benidorm, Spain

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Benidorm, Spain
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Benidorm, Spain

Average sunshine days in December - Benidorm, Spain
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (17.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Benidorm, Spain

Average UV index in December - Benidorm, Spain
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Benidorm, Spain

Average cloud cover in December - Benidorm, Spain
  • Average cloud cover in December: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December
Benidorm, Spain

Average visibility in December - Benidorm, Spain
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

Benidorm, Spain

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