Weather in December
December is a time of celebration and also a reminder of the imminent winter. With a sharp drop in seawater temperatures recorded at 8.4°C (47.1°F) from
November's values, one can sense the chill of the season. This pattern mirrors the conditions back in
January, marking the full circle of the year. As temperatures continue to fall, winter wonders encapsulate the city making it a striking spectacle against the wintry landscape. The year ends on a high note with a delightful juxtaposition of the holiday cheer and winter's serene beauty.
Sea temperature
In December, the average sea temperature is 8.4°C (47.1°F).
Note: Swimming in 8.4°C (47.1°F) at temperatures under 10°C (50°F) requires thermal swimsuits; otherwise, one can face cold shock and breathing difficulty. Even brief immersion at 13°C (55.4°F) feels frosty.
Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 5h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:16 and sunset at 15:16. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 09:44 and sunset at 15:16 WET.