December weather - Winter 2024

Weather in December
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Average pressure in December
Average wind speed in December
Average humidity in December
Average rainfall in December
Average rainfall days in December
Average sea temperature in December
Average daylight in December
Average sunshine in December
Average sunshine days in December
Average UV index in December
Average cloud cover in December
Average visibility in December

The city buildings of Cádiz, Spain, with a clear view of the outstanding Cathedral de Santa Cruz

Weather in December

December in Cádiz is a transition into colder weather. It brings along with increased rainfall with a total accumulation of 48mm (1.89") over 8 days. The chill in the air is evident with temperatures dropping significantly from November. Nights become colder and days shorter, with an average daylight of 9.7 hours. As the year ends, residents wrap up warmly in anticipation of the New Year and yet another winter month.

Temperature

The shift to December signals an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 16.7°C (62.1°F), subtly varied from November's 18.5°C (65.3°F). Cádiz's nighttime temperature in December experiences a slight dip from daytime highs, falling to an average of 12.7°C (54.9°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Cádiz is 73%.

Rainfall

In Cádiz, in December, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 48mm (1.89") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 85.2 rainfall days, and 381mm (15") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Cádiz, in December, the average water temperature is 17.4°C (63.3°F).
Note: Swimming in water at 17.4°C (63.3°F) is not a pleasurable experience for most. The task of managing breathing becomes more challenging as the water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Cádiz.
On the first day of December in Cádiz, sunrise is at 08:18 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:36 and sunset at 18:19 CET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Cádiz, Spain, is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Cádiz are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.

Updated: Jan 29, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Cádiz?

During December, Cádiz experiences an average high-temperature of 16.7°C (62.1°F) and a low-temperature of 12.7°C (54.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Cádiz?

In December, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in Cádiz in December?

In Cádiz, Spain, during December, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 48mm (1.89") of precipitation.

What is the sea temperature in December in Cádiz?

In Cádiz, Spain, in December, the average water temperature is 17.4°C (63.3°F). Swimming in 17.4°C (63.3°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the month with the shortest days in Cádiz?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Cádiz have in December?

The average day length in December in Cádiz is 9h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Cádiz?

On the first day of December in Cádiz, Spain, sunrise is at 08:18 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:36 and sunset at 18:19 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Cádiz have in December?

In Cádiz, the average sunshine duration in December is 8.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Cádiz?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Cádiz?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

18.5°C 65.3°F

16.7°C 62.1°F

15.5°C 59.9°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

18.7km/h 11.6mph

18.6km/h 11.6mph

18km/h 11.2mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

9.5

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

19.1

22.2

20.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

27%

30%

Average visibility

10km 6.2mi

Average temperature in December
Cádiz, Spain

Average high temperature in December: 16.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.5°C).

Average low temperature in December: 12.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (11°C).

Average pressure in December
Cádiz, Spain

Average pressure in December: 1022.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1014.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Cádiz, Spain

Average wind speed in December: 17.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (19.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (13.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Cádiz, Spain

Average humidity in December: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and March (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Cádiz, Spain

Average rainfall in December: 48mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (74mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Cádiz, Spain

Average rainfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.5 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Cádiz, Spain

Average sea temperature in December: 17.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (16°C).

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

Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

Average sunshine in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cádiz, Spain

Average sunshine days in December: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (18.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Cádiz, 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
Cádiz, Spain

Average cloud cover in December: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in December
Cádiz, 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).

December weather forecast
Cádiz, Spain

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