December weather forecast
Albufeira, Portugal

December

Weather in December

Albufeira in December is a month of colder temperatures and increased precipitation. The city comes closest to winter, with shorter daylight hours and a rapid decrease in sea temperature from November to December. The rainfall is persistent, marking 16mm (0.63") of precipitation and culminating the gradual increase seen since September. Lighter winds mark the onset of the coldest period. Nevertheless, the December weather doesn't deter the holiday spirit and year-end festivities.

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Albufeira's average high-temperature at the onset of December, reaching a still comfortable 16.4°C (61.5°F) from November's 18.1°C (64.6°F). Albufeira's average temperature during the nights of December is recorded at a cool 12.1°C (53.8°F).

Humidity

January, March, April and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the most humid months in Albufeira.

Rainfall

In Albufeira, in December, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 16mm (0.63") of accumulated precipitation. In Albufeira, during the entire year, the rain falls for 70.8 days and collects up to 113mm (4.45") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Albufeira, in December, the average water temperature is 17.6°C (63.7°F).
Note: In water with a temperature of 17.6°C (63.7°F), most people do not enjoy swimming. As the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing becomes increasingly difficult to control.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Albufeira, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 17:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:46 and sunset at 17:26 WET.

Sunshine

In Albufeira, Portugal, the average sunshine in December is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during December translates into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Albufeira?
The high-temperature, in December, in Albufeira, is 16.4°C (61.5°F), while the low-temperature averages to 12.1°C (53.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F).
What are the most humid months in Albufeira?
January, March, April and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are most humid months in Albufeira.
What is the average humidity in December in Albufeira?
In December, the average relative humidity in Albufeira, Portugal, is 75%.
How much does it rain in Albufeira in December?
In Albufeira, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the sea water temperature in December in Albufeira?
In Albufeira, in December, the average water temperature is 17.6°C (63.7°F). Swimming in 17.6°C (63.7°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 Albufeira?
The month with the shortest days in Albufeira, Portugal, is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Albufeira have in December?
The average day length in December in Albufeira is 9h and 40min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Albufeira?
On the first day of December in Albufeira, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 17:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:46 and sunset at 17:26 WET.
How many hours of sunshine does Albufeira have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December in Albufeira, Portugal, is 6.4h.
When is the lowest UV index in Albufeira?
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Albufeira?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Albufeira is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Albufeira, Portugal
Average temperature in December
Albufeira, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in December: 16.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (19.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (10.6°C).

Average pressure in December - Albufeira, Portugal
Average pressure in December
Albufeira, Portugal
  • 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 April (1015.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Albufeira, Portugal
Average wind speed in December
Albufeira, Portugal
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.8km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (18.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (12.6km/h).

Average humidity in December - Albufeira, Portugal
Average humidity in December
Albufeira, Portugal
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, March, April and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (64%).

Average rainfall in December - Albufeira, Portugal
Average rainfall in December
Albufeira, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in December: 16mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (22mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Albufeira, Portugal
Average rainfall days in December
Albufeira, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and November (10 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.6 days).

Average sea temperature in December - Albufeira, Portugal
Average sea temperature in December
Albufeira, Portugal
  • Average sea temperature in December: 17.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (21.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (16°C).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Albufeira, Portugal
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Albufeira, Portugal
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December - Albufeira, Portugal
Average sunshine days in December
Albufeira, Portugal
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (17.8 days).

Average UV index in December - Albufeira, Portugal
Average UV index in December
Albufeira, Portugal
  • Average UV index in December: 4

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, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December - Albufeira, Portugal
Average cloud cover in December
Albufeira, Portugal
  • Average cloud cover in December: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in December - Albufeira, Portugal
Average visibility in December
Albufeira, Portugal
  • 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).

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