Weather in December
December, the closing month of the year, introduces winter to Ta’ Xbiex, Malta. Comparing to the moderate coolness of November, December offers significantly colder weather, although the true chill of January is still pending. Winter swimming might not be at the top of the to-do list as the sea temperature averages at a cooler 18.2°C (64.8°F). Reflecting the holiday season, the city sparkles with festive lights and a warm atmosphere, despite the relative cold. As the daylight hours shorten further, the community retreats indoors to enjoy the season's festive spirit, closing off another year.
Note: The majority of people find swimming in 18.2°C (64.8°F) unenjoyable. As the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing becomes more challenging to control.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CET.
[Resources]Sea temperature
In Ta' Xbiex, in December, the average water temperature is 18.2°C (64.8°F).Note: The majority of people find swimming in 18.2°C (64.8°F) unenjoyable. As the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing becomes more challenging to control.
Daylight
With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ta' Xbiex.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CET.
Frequently asked questions
What is the sea temperature in December in Ta' Xbiex?
In December, the average sea temperature in Ta' Xbiex, Malta, is 18.2°C (64.8°F). Swimming in 18.2°C (64.8°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 Ta' Xbiex?
December has the shortest days of the year in Ta' Xbiex, Malta, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Ta' Xbiex?
In Ta' Xbiex, the average day length in December is 9h and 46min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ta' Xbiex?
On the first day of December in Ta' Xbiex, Malta, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CET.
Average sea temperature in December
Ta' Xbiex, Malta
- Average sea temperature in December: 18.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (15.3°C).
Average daylight in December
Ta' Xbiex, Malta
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min
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 48min).
Ta' Xbiex, Malta
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