December weather forecast
Granada, Spain

The majestic fortress hosting the Alhambra complex in Granada, Spain
The majestic fortress hosting the Alhambra complex in Granada, Spain

December

Weather in December

Finally, December welcomes winter back into Granada with significantly colder conditions and shorter daylight periods. Decreasing temperatures, from afternoon heights of approximately 11.5°C (52.7°F) down to frosty lows of 3.8°C (38.8°F) through the night, add to the city's seasonal charm. Amid crisp mornings and frost-laden evenings, Granada offers a unique holiday ambiance highlighted with twinkling festive lights and the magical charm of a Spanish winter.

Temperature

The dawn of December sees an average high-temperature of a fresh 11.5°C (52.7°F), subtly contrasting with November's 13.5°C (56.3°F). Granada records an average temperature drop to an icy 3.8°C (38.8°F) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Granada, during December, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation. In Granada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.3 days and collects up to 386mm (15.2") of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall in Granada.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Granada.
On the first day of December in Granada, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:27 and sunset at 18:07 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Granada, Spain.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Granada in December?
In Granada, 11.5°C (52.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 3.8°C (38.8°F) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Granada?
In Granada, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.
How much does it rain in Granada in December?
In Granada, Spain, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 44mm (1.73") of accumulated precipitation.
When it does not snow in Granada?
March through December are months without snowfall in Granada.
Does it snow in Granada in December?
In Granada, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.
What is the month with the shortest days in Granada?
With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
How many hours of daylight does Granada have in December?
The average day length in December in Granada, Spain, is 9h and 40min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Granada?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:27 and sunset at 18:07 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Granada?
December has the least sunshine of the year in Granada, Spain, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Granada have in December?
In Granada, the average sunshine duration in December is 7.3h.
How high is the UV index in December in Granada?
In Granada, Spain, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average low temperature
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Average temperature in December - Granada, Spain
Average temperature in December
Granada, Spain
  • Average high temperature in December: 11.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (30.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (17.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.2°C).

Average pressure in December - Granada, Spain
Average pressure in December
Granada, Spain
  • 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 (1015.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Granada, Spain
Average wind speed in December
Granada, Spain
  • Average wind speed in December: 8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in December - Granada, Spain
Average humidity in December
Granada, Spain
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (41%).

Average rainfall in December - Granada, Spain
Average rainfall in December
Granada, Spain
  • Average rainfall in December: 44mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and November (52mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (4mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Granada, Spain
Average rainfall days in December
Granada, Spain
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.7 days).

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Granada, Spain
Average snowfall days in December
Granada, Spain
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Granada, Spain
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Granada, Spain
  • 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: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December - Granada, Spain
Average sunshine days in December
Granada, Spain
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December - Granada, Spain
Average cloud cover in December
Granada, Spain
  • Average cloud cover in December: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in December - Granada, Spain
Average visibility in December
Granada, Spain
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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