December weather forecastTa' Xbiex, Malta
December
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.Sea temperature
In Ta' Xbiex, in December, the average water temperature is 18.2°C (64.8°F).Note: In water with a temperature of 18.2°C (64.8°F), swimming is not a joy for most people. The challenge of controlling breathing increases as the temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CET.
Updated: Aug 3, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
In December, the average sea temperature is 18.2°C (64.8°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 18.2°C (64.8°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).
With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ta' Xbiex.
In Ta' Xbiex, Malta, the average day length in December is 9h and 46min.
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ta' Xbiex, 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 48min
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).
