December weather forecast
Alicante, Spain

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The Serra Grossa o San Julian mountain in Alicante, Spain, centrally placed in the city, with a beautiful waterfront
The Serra Grossa o San Julian mountain in Alicante, Spain, centrally placed in the city, with a beautiful waterfront

Weather in December

December encapsulates the year in Alicante by welcoming winter with cooler temperatures. Alicante, in alignment with seasonal weather, records the lowest sea temperature of 16.7°C (62.1°F) in this month. It does not witness any snowfall, maintaining a zero throughout the year, characteristic of its Mediterranean climate. Despite the shift in weather, December in Alicante retains the charm with its mostly clear visibility and moderate wind speeds. As a finale to the year, Alicante's December weather embraces the winter spirit while embodying the city's perennial allure.

Temperature

The transition into December in Alicante, Spain, is marked with an average high-temperature of a mild 14.8°C (58.6°F), showing an insignificant shift from November's 17.3°C (63.1°F). Alicante witnesses an average low-temperature of 9.2°C (48.6°F) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Alicante are September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In Alicante, in December, during 4.4 rainfall days, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Alicante, there are 67.4 rainfall days, and 188mm (7.4") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Alicante, snow does not fall in February through December.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature in Alicante, Spain, is 16.7°C (62.1°F).
Note: The majority of individuals do not enjoy swimming in water that is 16.7°C (62.1°F). Breathing control becomes more challenging as the water temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:18 and sunset at 17:51 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Alicante.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During December, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Alicante in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Alicante, records 14.8°C (58.6°F), while the low-temperature is 9.2°C (48.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the most humid month in Alicante?

The months with the highest humidity are September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

What is the average humidity in December in Alicante?

In December, the average relative humidity in Alicante is 68%.

How much does it rain in Alicante in December?

In Alicante, Spain, during December, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Alicante?

February through December are months without snowfall in Alicante, Spain.

Does it snow in Alicante in December?

In Alicante, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

How cold is the water in December in Alicante?

In December, the average sea temperature in Alicante, Spain, is 16.7°C (62.1°F). For most, swimming in 16.7°C (62.1°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

What is the month with the shortest days in Alicante?

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

How many hours of daylight does Alicante have in December?

In Alicante, the average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Alicante?

On the first day of December in Alicante, Spain, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:18 and sunset at 17:51 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Alicante?

The month with the least sunshine in Alicante, Spain, is December, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Alicante have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.7h.

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

The month with the lowest UV index in Alicante is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in December in Alicante?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Alicante, Spain

Average temperature in December - Alicante, Spain
  • Average high temperature in December: 14.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (14°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (8.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Alicante, Spain

Average pressure in December - Alicante, Spain
  • Average pressure in December: 1021.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Alicante, Spain

Average wind speed in December - Alicante, Spain
  • Average wind speed in December: 13km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and October (10.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Alicante, Spain

Average humidity in December - Alicante, Spain
  • Average humidity in December: 68%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September, October and December (68%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (60%).

Average rainfall in December
Alicante, Spain

Average rainfall in December - Alicante, Spain
  • Average rainfall in December: 18mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (29mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (4mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Alicante, Spain

Average rainfall days in December - Alicante, Spain
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (9.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alicante, Spain

Average snowfall in December - Alicante, Spain
  • Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Alicante, Spain

Average snowfall days in December - Alicante, Spain
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Alicante, Spain

Average sea temperature in December - Alicante, Spain
  • Average sea temperature in December: 16.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (14.1°C).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alicante, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alicante, Spain

Average sunshine days in December - Alicante, Spain
  • Average sunshine days in December: 26.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (19.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Alicante, Spain

Average UV index in December - Alicante, Spain
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Alicante, Spain

Average cloud cover in December - Alicante, Spain
  • Average cloud cover in December: 25

The months with the most cloud cover are January, March and April (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December
Alicante, Spain

Average visibility in December - Alicante, 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).

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